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Vegan Peanut Butter Blondies Recipe

4.9 from 139 reviews

These Vegan Peanut Butter Blondies are rich, fudgy, and packed with creamy peanut butter and melty vegan chocolate chips. Perfectly sweetened with cane sugar and balanced with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these blondies offer a delightful sweet and salty flavor combo. They’re baked to perfection with a velvety texture, then chilled to set before slicing, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 160 g plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (plus extra for garnish)
  • 200 g unrefined cane sugar (or brown sugar)

Wet Ingredients

  • 160 g smooth peanut butter (runny) or homemade peanut butter
  • 50 g coconut oil (solid)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 80 ml aquafaba
  • 100 ml non-dairy milk

Add-ins

  • 175 g vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). In a medium bowl, whisk together the plain flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. Line a 10.5″x8″ rectangular baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, smooth peanut butter, solid coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until the mixture is well combined; an electric mixer works best, but a handheld whisk is fine too. Initially, the mixture may clump but will loosen with continued whisking.
  3. Add Aquafaba and Milk: Add the aquafaba to the wet mixture and whisk for another minute. Then add the non-dairy milk and whisk until just combined, ensuring the mixture remains smooth.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, whisking until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix to maintain a tender texture.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Reserve 25 g of vegan chocolate chips for topping and fold the remaining 150 g gently into the batter.
  6. Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the lined baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips evenly over the top.
  7. Bake: For a fudgy texture, bake for 20 minutes, or add an additional 2-4 minutes for a cakey consistency. Remove from the oven when the top is lightly golden.
  8. Cool and Chill: Let the blondies cool in the pan at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour. Then chill them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set before slicing.
  9. Serve: Once chilled, carefully remove the blondies from the pan and slice into 12 equal portions with a sharp knife. Sprinkle generously with flaky sea salt before serving for a deliciously sweet and salty finish.
  10. Storage: Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week, where they will develop a fudgy texture. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, avoid over-mixing the batter once the dry ingredients are added.
  • Chilling the blondies is essential for them to set and hold their shape when sliced.
  • Use aquafaba as an egg replacement for a vegan binding agent.
  • Flaky sea salt on top enhances the sweet and salty flavor balance.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.

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