Brown Sugar Cake Mix Blondies

by Elize Ng
If you love rich, chewy desserts with deep caramel flavor, these Brown Sugar Cake Mix Blondies are the perfect treat. Using cake mix as the base makes this recipe incredibly quick and beginner-friendly, while brown sugar adds a warm, molasses-like sweetness that makes every bite soft and indulgent.

To make them even more irresistible, these blondies are finished with a drizzle of white chocolate and boba milk tea flavored jimmies sprinkles, giving them a beautiful bakery-style look and a hint of unique flavor.
 
Ingredients
• 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mix the batter
 
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, brown sugar, eggs, oil (or melted butter), and  vanilla flavoring extract. Stir until a thick blondie batter forms.

3. Spread the batter
 
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula.

4. Bake
 
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.

5. Cool completely
Allow the blondies to cool fully in the pan before decorating. This helps them firm up and makes cutting easier.

6. Add in toppings
 
Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled blondies. Finish by sprinkling boba milk tea flavored jimmies on top for a fun and unique decoration.

7. Slice and serve
Cut into squares and enjoy your chewy, sweet blondies!

Tips for the Best Blondies
• Do not overbake
Blondies should be slightly soft in the center for that perfect chewy texture.
• Use parchment paper
This makes removing the blondies from the pan much easier.
• Let them cool completely
Cutting them too early may cause them to crumble.
• Customize the toppings
You can also add chocolate chips, nuts, or caramel drizzle.

FAQ

1. What are blondies?
Blondies are similar to brownies but without cocoa powder. Instead of chocolate flavor, they typically feature brown sugar and vanilla, giving them a caramel-like taste.

2. Can I use a different cake mix?
Yes. While vanilla or yellow cake mix works best, you can experiment with butter cake or even caramel-flavored cake mix. 

3. Why add brown sugar to cake mix blondies?
Brown sugar enhances the flavor and gives the blondies a deeper caramel taste and chewier texture.

4. How should I store blondies?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also refrigerate them for up to one week.

Milk tea jimmies are sprinkle-shaped toppings flavored like classic milk tea, adding a subtle tea aroma and a fun twist to the dessert.

 

Back to Baking Ideas