Brownie Blondies: The Best of Both Worlds (Without the Fuss!)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the parchment paper.
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   For the Brownie Layer: In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
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   Stir in 2 large eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract, whisking until well combined and smooth.
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   Add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Set aside.
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   For the Blondie Layer: In a separate medium bowl, combine the melted butter, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Whisk vigorously until the sugars are dissolved and the mixture is smooth and syrupy.
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   Stir in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract, whisking until light and fluffy.
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   Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick.
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   Dollop spoonfuls of brownie batter evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan. Follow with dollops of blondie batter, scattering it over the brownie layer.
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   Take a butter knife or skewer and gently swirl it through both layers a few times to create a marbled effect. Do not overmix the layers.
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    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center (avoiding a chocolate puddle) comes out with moist crumbs. The center may still look slightly soft.
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    Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out with the parchment sling and cutting into squares. This allows them to set properly for the best texture.