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Fireworks Blondies – Chewy 4th of July Dessert Bars

Soft, buttery Fireworks Blondies loaded with red, white, and blue sprinkles, white chocolate chips, and optional popping candy for a festive crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Chill Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Servings: 16 Bars
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1½ cups brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips optional
  • ½ cup red white, and blue sprinkles
  • 1 –2 tbsp popping candy (added after baking optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in white chocolate chips and sprinkles gently.
  7. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly soft.
  9. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
  10. Sprinkle popping candy on top right before serving (optional).

Notes

Slight underbaking keeps blondies chewy instead of dry.
Do not overmix or texture becomes tough.
Popping candy must be added after cooling to avoid melting.
Best flavor develops after a few hours of resting.
Store in airtight container to maintain softness.