Are you searching for a delicious, festive dessert to serve at your next Fourth of July celebration? This Red White and Blue Blondies recipe is an easy, crowd-pleasing option. Chewy in the center with a slightly crisp top, these blondies are studded with red, white, and blue M&M candies and white chocolate chips for a colorful, indulgent treat perfect for patriotic gatherings, picnics, or potlucks.
If you like themed desserts for Independence Day, pair these blondies with a simple red, white and blue fudge or other complementary sweets to create a patriotic dessert table.
⭐ Why This Recipe Works
- Quick and simple: the batter comes together in about 10 minutes and bakes in roughly 20 minutes, so you can have fresh blondies in about 30 minutes.
- Texture contrast: a lightly crisp crust with a soft, chewy center creates an ideal blondie experience.
- Festive and versatile: M&Ms and white chocolate chips add color and sweetness; swap or add nuts or different chips to suit your preferences.
🥣 Ingredient Notes
- Butter – Use melted butter. Salted or unsalted will both work; if using unsalted, consider a small pinch more salt to taste.
- Brown sugar – Light brown sugar adds moisture and a hint of molasses; dark brown will deepen the flavor.
- Eggs – Room temperature eggs blend more easily and give a smoother batter.
- M&M candies – Use red, white, and blue M&Ms for a patriotic look. Reserve some for pressing on top before baking.
- White chocolate chips – These pair nicely with the milk chocolate inside the M&Ms and add creaminess.
- Sprinkles (optional) – Patriotic sprinkles add color and a little extra crunch when sprinkled on top.
📋 How to Make Red White and Blue Blondies
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
STEP 2: Melt the butter and pour it into a large mixing bowl. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the melted butter and stir until combined and smooth.
STEP 3: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and mix thoroughly until uniform.
STEP 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold using a spatula or wooden spoon. Stir just until the flour disappears — do not overmix to keep the blondies tender.
STEP 5: Fold most of the M&M candies and the white chocolate chips into the batter, saving a handful to press on top before baking.
STEP 6: Spread the batter evenly in a prepared 9×13-inch pan lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Press the reserved M&Ms into the top of the batter for a decorative finish.
STEP 7: Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes. The blondies should be golden on top and still slightly gooey in the center. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs — avoid baking until completely dry to preserve chewiness.
STEP 8: Remove from the oven and allow the blondies to cool in the pan. Once cool, lift from the pan using the parchment paper (if used) and cut into bars. These blondies are easy to serve and travel well for parties.
These Red White and Blue Blondies are a fun, festive treat for any patriotic holiday or summer gathering. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy at room temperature.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
Swap-ins: If you prefer, swap white chocolate chips for milk or semi-sweet chips, or add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
Finishing touches: For a festive look, drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled bars or sprinkle additional patriotic nonpareils before the white chocolate sets.
Room temperature ingredients: Using room-temperature eggs and butter helps the wet and dry ingredients combine smoothly for a consistent batter.
Doneness: Blondies continue to set as they cool, so err on the side of slightly underbaked if you like a gooey center.
🤷🏻♀️ Recipe FAQs
Store blondies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days. To keep them softer, place a slice of bread in the container to help retain moisture. You can also refrigerate for longer storage, but bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
These blondies are lovely with vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream. They also pair well with coffee or a cold glass of milk for kids and adults alike.
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📖 Recipe
Red White and Blue Blondies Recipe
Equipment
- 9×13-inch casserole dish (or baking pan)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ sticks butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated (white) sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups M&M candies (red, white, and blue)
- White chocolate chips (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Melt the butter and combine it with the brown sugar and granulated sugar in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently, taking care not to overmix.
- Stir in most of the M&Ms and white chocolate chips, reserving a handful to press on top.
- Spread the batter in a prepared 9×13 pan and press the reserved M&Ms onto the surface.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until golden on top and slightly gooey in the middle. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.