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Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies

January 9, 2018 by thedomesticrebel | 2 Comments

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five whole wheat almond butter blondies stacked These Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies are gooey, tender brown sugar blondies made with filling whole-wheat flour and almond butter for a seriously divine bar! Studded with dark chocolate chips, these are the perfect blondies for those of you who are looking for healthier dessert options!

I am actually low-key surprised that no one has revolted my blog for doing healthy-ish recipes for 2 weeks now. I guess you guys really wanted some healthier options after all!

Good to know. But don’t expect me to fully change. I am stuck in my ways and love butter, sugar, and doughnuts too much.

However, I’m fine bending the rules a little bit here and there. Like for these Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies. No one has to know they have healthier ingredients to make them satisfying both taste-wise and health-wise!

aerial view of almond butter blondies arranged randomly on parchment These are very similar to a classic blondie but are made with three better-for-you ingredients: whole-wheat flour to keep you fuller longer; dark chocolate chips, which are loaded with antioxidants and lower in sugar; and almond butter, which has great protein and fiber. I highly suggest making them as-is to try them in their delicious glory this way first, but once you’ve conquered this recipe, try these switch-ups:

  • Peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter for a different flavor
  • Adding in chopped nuts: almonds, peanuts, walnuts, or even seeds like sunflower seeds or pepitas
  • Add in dried fruits like raisins and/or cranberries
  • Switch up the chips by adding in white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or even butterscotch!

three blondies stacked and propped against each otherTender, moist and chewy with gooey pockets of deep, dark chocolate, these blondies are SO good, you’ll forget they are healthier for you than other dessert options!

Now get to baking!

three blondies stacked on parchment with almonds and chocolate chunks

*adapted slightly from Sally

Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies are packed with good-for-you ingredients while still tasting sinful! Buttery, tender, chewy, gooey brown sugar whole wheat blondies made with creamy almond butter and dark chocolate chips!
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Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies

These Whole Wheat Almond Butter Blondies are made with better-for-you ingredients, but taste totally sinful and delicious! No one will know these are packed with protein and fiber!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Bars, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Dessert
Servings: 9
Author: Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup almond butter if using natural, stir it first
  • 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole-wheat flour such as Bob's Red Mill
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8" square baking pan with foil or parchment, extending the foil or parchment over the sides of the pan. Spray the foil or parchment lightly with cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the almond butter, oil, and brown sugar until smooth. I like using a whisk for this. Whisk in the milk and vanilla slowly, followed by the dry ingredients until a smooth, thick batter comes together. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks.
  • Spread the batter (it'll be thick) into the baking dish in an even layer. Sprinkle the top with more dark chocolate chunks, if desired. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and appears set. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares, as the blondies may crumble if cut too early or while too warm.

bite taken out of whole wheat almond butter blondieButtery, chewy, gooey goodness stuffed with deep, dark chocolate pockets. No one will know these are healthier!

whole wheat almond butter blondies collage Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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  1. cakespy says

    January 9, 2018 at 6:55 am

    What a fab idea! I love the nutty flavor of whole wheat and I think it’s a great idea to combine with inherently nutty butter! 🙂

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  2. danae says

    March 7, 2018 at 3:35 pm

    Just stumbled on your blog and really enjoyed it,I wanted to subscribe but there is something wrong with your server, and it didn’t allow it,a little window popped up and said there’s something wrong and to let you know so you can correct it,can you please add me to your subscribers list when you do.

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