These White Chocolate Raspberry Blondies are chewy squares bursting with flavor. The creamy white chocolate melts in your mouth, while bursts of tart raspberry add a refreshing contrast. Blondies are delicious treats made with a buttery base similar to brownies but without the cocoa. When you add white chocolate to blondies, they become super soft and smooth, and they melt in your mouth!
Raspberry and White Chocolate Blondies
These blondies with pieces of white chocolate and juicy raspberries give a nice pop of tartness, making them even more delicious. The mix of white chocolate and raspberries is just perfect.
These blondies are like a mix of sweet and fruity flavors that go well together, like my raspberry mousse chocolate cake and raspberry muffins. If you love sweets, these treats are going to make you smile!
Jump to:
⭐Why You'll Love This Recipe
Here are a few reasons to fall in love with this recipe:
- Easy to Make: This recipe is simple and straightforward, requiring basic ingredients and minimal prep time.
- Rich Flavor: The combination of creamy white chocolate and tart raspberries creates a delightful contrast of flavors that is both sweet and tangy.
- Moist and Chewy Texture: These blondies have a soft and chewy texture with pockets of melted white chocolate and bursts of juicy raspberries, making every bite a joy.
- Kid-Friendly: Kids love the combination of white chocolate and raspberries, making these blondies a hit with children and adults alike. They're perfect for packing in lunchboxes or serving as an after-school snack.
- Great for Sharing: These blondies are perfect for sharing with family and friends at gatherings, potlucks, or as a sweet treat for special occasions. They're always a crowd-pleaser!
If you want more desserts you should check out Apple Crisp in Air Fryer and Cream Cheese Brownies.
🧾Ingredients
Here is a list of everything you need.
- Unsalted Butter: Provides richness and moisture to the blondies, contributing to their soft and chewy texture. It also adds flavor and helps bind the other ingredients together.
- Light Brown Sugar: Sweetens the blondies and adds a subtle caramel flavor. Brown sugar also helps to retain moisture, contributing to the softness and chewiness of the blondies.
- White Chocolate: Adds a creamy and indulgent flavor to the blondies. When melted, it creates pockets of melted chocolate throughout the blondies, enhancing their texture and richness.
- Eggs: Act as a binder, helping to hold the blondies together. They also add moisture and contribute to the structure and texture of the blondies.
- Plain Flour: Provides structure to the blondies by forming the base of the batter. It helps give the blondies their shape and prevents them from being too dense or crumbly.
- Baking Powder: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the blondies rise and become light and fluffy. It creates air pockets in the batter, contributing to the soft and tender texture of the blondies.
- Salt: Enhances the flavor of the blondies and balances out the sweetness. It also helps to intensify the other flavors in the blondies, making them more complex and delicious.
- Raspberries: Add a burst of tartness and fruity flavor to the blondies. The raspberries also provide natural moisture and juiciness.
- Flaked Almonds: Add texture and crunch to the blondies. The flaked almonds also contribute a nutty flavor.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make White Chocolate Raspberry Blondies
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. In a small saucepan, melt butter, half of brown sugar, and white chocolate over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Keep stirring the mixture consistently for 3-4 minutes until it reaches a caramel-like consistency.
3. Take the mixture off the heat, transfer it into a large mixing bowl, and let it cool for a few minutes, stirring occasionally until it settles.
4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the remaining light brown sugar and eggs until thoroughly combined and slightly frothy.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the melted butter mixture, stirring until it's smooth and thoroughly combined.
6. Combine the plain flour, baking powder, and salt, sifting them into the wet ingredients. Gently fold until just combined, being cautious not to overmix.
7. Dice the white chocolate into small pieces.
8. Incorporate the white chocolate pieces into the batter, folding gently until evenly distributed.
9. Pour half of the batter into the lined 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan, using a spatula to spread it out evenly.
10. Evenly distribute half of the raspberries on top of the batter.
11. Cover the raspberries evenly with the remaining batter, spreading it out to ensure even coverage.
12. Evenly scatter the remaining raspberries on top of the batter, gently pressing them partially into the surface.
13. Sprinkle flaked almonds over the batter. Bake at 160°C (320°F) with a fan for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top and firm with a slight jiggle in the center. Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean.
14. Take out of the oven and let the blondies cool entirely in the pan. After cooling, take out of the tin and cut into squares. before cutting them into squares.
15. Indulge in these delightful White Chocolate Raspberry Blondies!
📖Variations
- White Chocolate Raspberry Walnut Blondies: Add chopped walnuts to the blondie batter for an extra crunch and nutty flavor. The combination of white chocolate, raspberries, and walnuts creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
- White Chocolate Raspberry Coconut Blondies: Mix in shredded coconut to the blondie batter for a tropical twist. The coconut adds a chewy texture and enhances the sweetness of the white chocolate and tartness of the raspberries.
🍽 How to Serve
- Cut into Bite-sized Pieces for a Dessert Buffet: If serving at a party or gathering, cut the blondies into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a platter alongside other desserts.
- Paired with Coffee or Tea: Serve the blondies alongside a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat. The combination of the warm beverage and the sweet blondies is perfect for a cozy gathering or quiet moment of indulgence.
- Packaged as Gifts: Wrap individual blondies in decorative packaging or gift boxes to give as homemade gifts for special occasions. They make thoughtful and delicious presents for friends, family, or coworkers.
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Prevent Soggy Blondies: Pat the raspberries dry with paper towels before adding them to the batter. Excess moisture from the raspberries can make the blondies soggy.
Even Distribution: Ensure that the white chocolate chunks, raspberries, and flaked almonds are evenly distributed throughout the batter. This ensures that each blondie has a balanced flavor and texture.
Baking Time and Temperature: Bake the blondies at the specified temperature and time in the recipe. Overbaking can result in dry blondies, while underbaking can lead to a gooey texture.
Cooling Time: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before slicing. This allows them to set properly and makes slicing easier.
❓FAQ
A blondie is a sweet dessert bar similar to a brownie but made with brown sugar, giving it a caramel-like flavor, whereas a brownie is typically made with cocoa powder or chocolate, resulting in a rich chocolate flavor.
Yes, you can make these blondies ahead of time. Bake them as directed, allow them to cool completely, then store them in an airtight container until ready to serve. You can also freeze them and thaw them at room temperature when needed.
Your blondies may still be raw in the middle due to underbaking, possibly caused by an inaccurate oven temperature or insufficient baking time.
🍛More Dessert Recipes!
Here are more of my favorite dessert recipes! Try these:
HUNGRY FOR MORE? Subscribe to my Newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for all the latest updates.
📖 Recipe
White Chocolate Raspberry Blondies
Ingredients
- 200 g Unsalted Butter
- 250 g Light Brown Sugar
- 150 g White Chocolate
- 2 Eggs
- 300 g Plain Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 150 g White Chocolate
- 150 g Raspberries
- 50 g Flaked Almonds
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, half of the light brown sugar, and white chocolate, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to bubble.
- Continue to stir the mixture constantly for 3-4 minutes or until a caramel consistency is achieved.
- Remove the mixture from the heat, pour in a large mixing bowl and allow to cool for a few minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture has settled.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining light brown sugar and eggs until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Pour the egg mixture into the melted butter mixture, stirring until smooth and well combined.
- Sift together the plain flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet ingredients, and gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Chop the white chocolate into small pieces.
- Add the white chocolate pieces into the batter and gently fold until evenly distributed throughout.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan with parchment paper, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Arrange half of the raspberries evenly on top of the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter over the raspberries, ensuring it covers them evenly as you spread it out.
- Evenly distribute the remaining raspberries on top of the batter, gently pressing them partially onto the surface.
- Add flaked almonds over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) with a fan for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and firm, yet slightly jiggly in the center. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out mostly clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
- Once cooled, remove from the tin and slice into squares.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious White Chocolate Raspberry Blondies!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Sandra says
These blondies are amazing! The perfect combination of sweet and tart, and the white chocolate chunks are to die for.