Easy Christmas Blondies
Chewy. Chocolatey. Festive! My Easy Christmas blondies are a simple and delicious treat that packs holiday cheer in every bite! Adapted from my popular Easter Egg Blondies , these yummy “cookie-bars” are fun for the whole family and only require one bowl to make! Perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying quietly with a cup of tea, these Easy Christmas Blondies bring calm to even the busiest December day!
I love watching these Easy Christmas Blondies, turn from soft and pale yellow to beautifully golden when they are finished baking. Just like your favourite chocolate chip cookie, these blondies bring that irresistible chewy cookie centre that is the best comfort. Filled with festive candy-coated chocolate and sprinkles, they capture the joy of the season without being overwhelming. Bake when the kitchen is warm, the playlist is familiar, and you don’t want to do anything complicated!
The Little Joys Inside This Bake
- Easy, One-bowl baking
- Festive colour from candy-coated chocolate and sprinkles
- Watching the blondies turn beautifully golden brown at the edges
- Biting into a soft, chewy chocolate “cookie bar”
- Slicing, sharing, and gifting during the holidays!
Everything You Need for Christmas Blondies
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter
- Sugars (Brown sugar & Granulated sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Chocolate chips (I love to use christmas coloured chocolate chips when available)
- Sprinkles (your favourite holiday sprinkles!)
- Candy-covered chocolate ( I used Christmas M&Ms for this recipe)
Mindful Moments
- Slowly pour melted butter over brown and white sugars
- Savour the warm & sweet aromas of butter, sugar, and vanilla
- Notice the batter become more elastic after adding the eggs
- Feel the batter thicken as you fold in the flour
- Enjoy the beautiful colours speckle your dough
- Smell your freshly baked Easy Christmas Blondies!
Storage + Make-Ahead Tips
- Store these blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
- Cut just before serving for the neatest edges!
Before You Bake: FAQ
Can I use convection bake?
Absolutely. For convection ovens/baking, it is recommended to lower the listed temperature by 25°F. For this recipe, bake at 325°F for an even bake.
How do I know my Christmas Blondies are done?
The top should be set and the edges lightly golden-brown.
Can I skip the sprinkles?
Of course! They’re a fun, optional, take on my traditional blondies but are by no means necessary.
Why cool before cutting?
A short rest helps the blondies set and slice cleanly.
How It All Comes Together
Preheat your oven to 350°F (or 325°F for convection bake) and line a 9″ × 13″ rectangular pan with parchment paper.
Whisk the melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing just until blended. Stop as soon as the batter comes together to keep the blondies soft.
Stir in the chocolate chips, sprinkles, and candy-covered chocolate, folding gently so the colours stay bright.
Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and spread it evenly. Scatter extra candy on top if you’d like.
Bake for about 30 min, until the top is set and the edges are golden-brown. Let the pan cool on a wire rack for 5 min.
Lift, cut, and enjoy!
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Christmas Blondies
Ingredients
- 2 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter melted
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 Egg large
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips (I use multicoloured ones)
- 1/4 cup Sprinkles (optional)
- 1 cup candy covered chocolate (I use Christmas M&Ms)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (convection bake at 325F). Line a 9"x 13", rectangular baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl with a whisk, beat melted butter with sugars (brown and granulated sugar). Continue to mix until well combined. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- Add in the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix until just blended. Stir in chocolate chips, sprinkles, and candy covered chocolate.
- Transfer the batter to your prepared baking pan. Spread evenly with a knife/rubber spatula. Scatter additional chocolate candies on top, as desired.
- Bake blondies at 350F for ~30 min or until the top is set and edges are lightly golden. Set the pan on a wire rack to cool for 5 min.
- Transfer to a cutting board, cut, and enjoy!
Notes
- Try not to over bake these blondies!
- Like brownies, these blondies will continue to bake once removed from the oven!
- A 9″ x 9″ baking pan can also be used, bake for an additional 5-10 min or until golden brown!
- These blondies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months! Be sure to thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.