Butterscotch Brownies
Butterscotch Brownies, commonly known as Blondies, are rich, chewy bar cookies that are the golden, butterscotch-flavored counterpart to chocolate brownies. They typically feature a base of brown sugar, butter, flour, and eggs, often studded with butterscotch chips, nuts, or vanilla. This classic American dessert is believed to have originated in the United States before chocolate brownies became widely popular.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Blondies are a high-carb and high-fat treat, with the majority of their calories coming from sugar and butter. A standard square provides a quick energy boost but is not a significant source of protein, fiber, or essential vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 25 mg |
| Potassium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Vitamin A | 60 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 square (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'blonde' color and signature butterscotch flavor come from the use of brown sugar, which caramelizes during baking, creating a distinct taste profile separate from cocoa-based desserts. Nutritionally, they are essentially a dense, portable form of butterscotch flavor, highlighting how simple pantry staples can create a beloved comfort food.
