Weight Watchers Chocolate Chip Blondies Recipe
Weight Watchers Chocolate Chip Blondies Recipe. Blondies are the perfect combination of chewy and dense, with a delicious buttery flavor that is a perfect canvas for chocolate chips.
While brownies get all the glory, blondies are actually easier to make. There is no need to worry about getting the perfect crackly top, or waiting for them to cool completely before cutting into them.
Chocolate chip blondies can be enjoyed warm from the oven, or cooled and packed into lunchboxes for a midday treat.
Best of all, they only require a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.
This easy, from scratch dessert is made with baking powder, flour, salt, butter, brown sugar, vanilla, egg whites, water, and mini chocolate chips.
This is a delicious dessert and it’s only 137 calories!
So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give blondies a try. You just might be surprised at how delicious they are.
Weight Watchers Points
6 Points (2022/2024 Plan)
MyWW Points 6 Blue Plan and 6 Green Plan
6 WW Freestyle Points and 6 Smart Points
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Weight Watchers Chocolate Chip Blondies
Ingredients
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 6 tbsp butter (light)
- 1½ cups brown sugar unpacked
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 large egg whites
- ⅓ cup water
- ¾ cups (mini) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine salt, flour, and baking powder in a medium mixing bowl.
- In large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Stir in vanilla and egg whites. Mix in dry ingredients mixture gradually, alternating with water. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread in foil-lined 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Bake about 20 – 25 minutes until golden. Cool on wire rack. Cut into two-inch squares (24)
Notes
Nutrition
Helpful Tips and Tricks
Ingredient Preparation
Sift dry ingredients: Give your flour, baking powder, and salt a good sift. This not only ensures they’re well-mixed but also aerates the flour, making for a lighter, fluffier blondie. Room temperature ingredients: Ensure your butter and egg whites are at room temperature. Room temp butter blends more smoothly, avoiding lumps, and room temp egg whites get fluffier, contributing to a better texture.
Cooking Techniques and Adjustments
Creaming butter and sugar: Really take your time creaming the butter and brown sugar together until it’s fluffy. This process is key in creating a light texture as it introduces air into the batter. Folding in chocolate chips: Be gentle when folding in your chocolate chips to avoid overworking the batter. Overmixing can lead to tough blondies. Testing for doneness: Instead of strictly timing, check the blondies a few minutes before the suggested time by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, they’re done. Overbaking could dry them out.
Baking Insights
Lining the baking dish: Lining your baking dish with aluminum foil is not just for easy cleanup. It also allows you to lift the entire batch out effortlessly for even slicing. Just leave an overhang of foil on the sides to use as handles. Even spreading: When spreading the batter in the pan, take a moment to ensure it’s even. This helps in achieving uniformly cooked blondies, without overly done edges and undercooked centers.
Serving Suggestions
Cooling time: Allow the blondies to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting. This patience pays off by making them easier to slice into neat squares and solidifying their texture. Accompaniment: Though rich and delicious on their own, pairing these blondies with a scoop of low-fat vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream can add an extra layer of indulgence without straying far from your Weight Watchers points.
Storage Tips
Keeping them fresh: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for up to 3 days. If you like them a bit chewy, pop them in the fridge; it changes the texture slightly. Freezing for later: These blondies freeze well. Wrap them individually in cling film and then place them in a freezer bag. They can be thawed at room temperature or given a quick zap in the microwave for a warm treat.
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