Now that Thanksgiving’s over and radio stations are playing nonstop Christmas music (that’s a shoutout to you, 97.1), I’m ready to share a ton of holiday baking recipes.
I was just talking to my Jewish friend about how much I love Christmas, despite not being Christian.
While I have friends who attend midnight mass and celebrate the holiday religiously, I think it’s safe to say that many other Christmas celebrators are only in it for all the festivity.
There’s something amazing about how encompassing the holiday spirit is. Christmas music, movies, decorations, food, and sweaters alone can get anyone in the mood for the holidays!
And my specialty is definitely the food. (But also the sweaters and decorating… and did I mention I watch Love Actually at least three times every December and I have a five hour-long holiday playlist?)
Okay, so maybe I’m a little obsessed. What can I say? It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and it starts now.
These maple peanut butter blondies are the perfect way to celebrate the holidays this winter. Only seven ingredients, one bowl, and ready in half an hour, these bars are no-stress, but totally delicious. They are extremely moist and fudgy and packed with maple flavor: the peanut butter is definitely secondary to the maple in these! Enjoy xx
- scant 1 cup maple peanut butter
- 1 cup flour
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
- Preheat oven to 350 F and grease and line an 8x8 inch pan.
- Combine all ingredients with a whisk. Using a rubber spatula, transfer batter to pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before cutting and serving.
Lindsey says
This looks and sounds incredible!! Can’t wait to try <3
Medha says
Thank you!
Mir says
I don’t celebrate Christmas either, and I do love the holiday season. Everyone just seems so happy! And the twinkly lights are lovely.
These are a huge favorite for me because, you know, peanut butter. They’re so thick and chewy looking!
Medha says
Thanks, Mir!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
We celebrate Christmas but we don’t go all out. I think it would be different if we had kids. But with just hubby and I, what’s the point? These blondies sound so good. Maple and peanut butter? I/m hooked!
Medha says
Yeah, the more the merrier for sure! Thanks 🙂
Lauren says
As a musician, this is one of my favorite times of the year. Somehow I never tire of playing and singing the same carols year after year. Love Actually is just too cute for words too, it always gives me the feels 🙂
I was just looking at a blondie recipe yesterday! Perfectly delicious 🙂
Medha says
Right?! All the feels. Thanks 🙂
David @ Spiced says
I love Love Actually! It’s one of my favorite holiday movies…such a great storyline! I think I shall watch it sometime this week…with a batch of these maple peanut butter blondies on the table next to me. 🙂
Medha says
Right?! I can’t wait to watch it!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Medha, Christmas is my fave time of the year and I just turned on my local radio station with the nonstop Christmas music. . I LOVE it. Can’t help myself . . and I love these blondies! Bring on the holiday baking, woot woot!!!!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
It’s hard not to love all things Christmas whether you celebrate or not. The lights, baking, and ugly Christmas sweaters are guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face! And so are these blondies! I definitely say yes to maple peanut butter!
Medha says
Thank you!
annie says
These look so easy! I’m such a chocolate person that I often ignore blondies. And then I always regret I did because they are so amazing. Can’t wait to try em as part of my Christmas baking.
Medha says
They’re really very easy! Thanks 🙂
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I LOVE Christmas time, all of it – from midnight mass to movies. Well, almost all of it, because the music on repeat does annoy me. lol. I especially love the baking aspect and these bars look Deeee-lish! LOVE the maple and peanut butter combo here, girlfriend! I could eat a billion of these blondies! SO YUM! Cheers!
Medha says
Thanks so much!
Madeline says
These look so good! I agree–Christmas is definitely the best time of year hands down! The cheer and love in the air is so catchy, and the coziness, fuzzy socks, Christmas shopping, and holiday lights are so much fun! I look forward to seeing your other baked treats over the next month! ; )
Medha says
I just bought red and green fuzzy socks! And thanks 🙂
Lu | Super Nummy Yo! says
Medha, these are so beautiful! I love how simple the ingredients list is too 🙂
Medha says
Thanks, Lu!
mira says
These will be perfect for Christmas! Pinned! I’m planning on decorating the house today 🙂
Medha says
Thanks for the pin! And I’m SO jealous- wish I were back at home to decorate 🙂
Sarah @ BucketListTummy says
Thanks for sharing, I definitely want to make these! Would substituting with whole wheat flour change anything?
Medha says
Whole wheat should be fine, since these are so moist. Generally whole wheat absorbs more liquid, but I don’t think it’ll be a problem with this recipe 🙂
Katrina says
Holy smokes!! Loooove this flavour for a blondie! These look perfectly chewy 🙂
Medha says
Thank you 🙂
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Seven ingredients. One bowl. Half an hour. Done!! And like you – I love everything about the season!!
Medha says
🙂
Rachel @ Bakerita says
I’m Jewish, but I still love Christmas 🙂 the Christmas spirit, and the baking, is infectious! 🙂 These maple peanut butter blondies look right up my alley!
Medha says
Right?! Thanks!
Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness says
These blondies look so delicious and easy to make!
I am definitely a big lover of the holidays, but like you, I don’t actually celebrate the religious aspect of Christmas. My family is all about the festivities and togetherness of the holiday. I watch Elf every single year and play nonstop Christmas music from about now to New Year’s Day 🙂
Medha says
Would you believe I’ve never seen Elf?? Thanks!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Love how easy these bars are to make and they look absolutely perfect!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Ruby says
Yum! Maple Peanut butter blondies!! Everything in that sentence has me drooling into my keyboard right now.
Medha says
Thanks, Ruby!!
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
Ah I am loving these blondies. I am a big maple lover!
Medha says
Thanks! 🙂
taylor @ greens & chocolate says
I never would have put maple and peanut butter together but you have me convinced I NEED to do it! These look incredible!
Medha says
Thank you 🙂
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Monica says
I am as excited about the holidays as you are! : ) These maple peanut butter blondies look so moist and sweet…what a great treat with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. I love all the amazing treats we get to see and eat this time of year!
Medha says
Right? Thanks!
Medha says
Right?! Loooove hot chocolate 🙂
Kelly says
I’m so excited for Christmas especially all the fun treats. Love the flavors in these blondies! The maple and peanut butter combo sound amazing!
Medha says
Thank you!
Ashley says
The holiday spirit is definitely a magical thing! I love all the movies, music, pretty decorations!
And these blondies sound awesome!
Medha says
Thanks, Ashley!
Danielle says
This is one of my favorite times of year too! These blondies look so delicious, love the maple and peanut butter combination.
Medha says
Thank you, Danielle!!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
These look so dense and fudgy — the perfect blondie!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Mike@TheIronYou says
PB blondies with maple syrup???? I’m sooooo in!
Medha says
Haha thanks!!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I’m not religious, but I LOVE the Christmas spirit and season. Family, fun, memories, and FOOD of course! These would be my addiction, for sure. PB + Maple = Heaven.
Medha says
Haha thanks!
Mary @ LOVE the secret ingredient says
So simple and such perfect flavors. Maple and peanut butter are just great! This looks so sweet and delicious 🙂
Medha says
Thank you!
traci | vanilla and bean says
Ohhhh blondies are one of my favorite things ever! These look soo delicious my dear! I got so excited to see Love Actually on your holiday movie marathon list! It’s one of my favorites too…. I love that movie! No doubt, I think Christmas starts on December 1! It lasts the whole month! Just love it!
Medha says
Exactly! Holidays FOREVER.
marcie says
These bars would definitely get me in the Christmas spirit — there’s nothing like holiday baking! These sound so delicious with the maple and peanut butter!
Medha says
Thanks!
Linda | The Baker Who Kerns says
Oh I’m sure I will be watching Love Actually at least three times too. My mom is a big sucker for soppy romance movies and nothing else! These bars look so gooey and delicious! Can’t wait to see more of your holiday baking recipes!
Medha says
Love Actually is my everything. Thanks 🙂
Megan - The Emotional Baker says
Man, these blondies look amazing! Love how easy they are! & yay for Christmas!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I HAVE to make these blondies. They look and sound amazing.. and so super chewy and sweet (which is just the way I like them). Delicious Medha Xx
Medha says
Thanks so much 🙂
Izzy @ she likes food says
We have one of those radio stations too and I secretly love it! These blondies sound amazing!! I love the maple and peanut butter together 🙂
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Julia says
These look absolutely addicting! I love all things PB and maple, so I’d snap up the whole batch in no time at all. My family would love these for our holiday baking get togethers as well!
Medha says
Thanks, Julia!
Zainab says
I’m only in it for the food!! Love these blondies 🙂
Medha says
Haha thanks 🙂
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
I love that Christmas extends beyond everyone’s specific religions! It’s just a great part of our culture that we can all enjoy. It is so fun! I’m loving these bars Medha!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Nadia's Healthy Kitchen says
They look incredible!! So fudgy and rich 😀 Yum!!
Medha says
Thanks, Nadia!
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
Shut the front door! These maple blondies look phenomenal.
And Love Actually is phenomenal. Obviously. Who doesn’t love that movie?! Another one of my holiday favorites is The Holiday. It’s super cute.
Medha says
It’s so good, right??