Butterscotch Brownies Or Blondies

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Whisk together thoroughly in a medium bowl: 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon baking powder; ⅛ teaspoon baking soda; ⅛ teaspoon salt

2. Step 2.

   Melt in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat: 1 stick (4 oz or 115g) unsalted butter

3. Step 3.

   Let the butter brown, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in until well blended: ⅔ cup (155g) packed light brown sugar; ¼ cup (50g) sugar

4. Step 4.

   Let cool to barely warm. Stir in until well combined: 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon (25g) light corn syrup; 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla

5. Step 5.

   Stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. If desired, stir in: (1 cup chopped pecans, toasted, 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, or ⅔ cup shredded sweetened coconut)

6. Step 6.

   Scrape into the pan. Bake until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan on a rack before cutting.