Chewy Oatmeal Blondies (Using Everyday Baking Mix)

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F

2. 2

   Brush an 8-inch square baking pan with butter. Line bottom and two sides with a strip of parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on both sides. Butter paper, and set pan aside.

3. 3

   Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add egg, and beat until combined.

5. 5

   With mixer on low, gradually add Baking Mix; mix just until combined.

6. 6

   Mix in 3/4 cup oats.

7. 7

   Pour batter into prepared pan.

8. 8

   Using an offset metal spatula or table knife, smooth batter evenly.

9. 9

   Sprinkle with remaining oats, pressing gently to adhere.

10. 10

    Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached, 30 to 35 minutes.

11. 11

    Let cool in pan 30 minutes.

12. 12

    Using overhang, transfer blondie (still on paper) to a wire rack to cool completely.

13. 13

    Place on a cutting board (peel off paper); using a serrated knife, cut into 16 squares.

14. 14

    Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.