Hey, you see that bottle in the background of this picture?
Yeah, not so prominent, is it? It’s just there for the rustic ‘I milk the cow almonds and then carefully present the fresh dairy in a whimsical decanter” vibe. You feel?
Sometimes I think about the stack of props back home and wish my life was as Pinterest-perfect as they are.
But seriously, who has the time to funnel milk into an impractically-small-necked bottle every day?
Not me.
Anyways, $5 bottles from Target aside, these blondies are bomb.
They start out with an oat base- I’m obsessed with rolled oats in baking because they add so much texture, and they give desserts a rustic, autumn-y feel.
The blondies are sweetened with maple syrup and brown sugar, for double the rich, dark sweetness.
For even more texture, I added not one, not two, but three kinds of nuts! Almonds, pecans, and buttery macadamias. Macadamias are maybe the best thing ever and totally worth the cost in these blondies.
Add a little cinnamon and allspice, and you’ve got yourself a fall dessert that’s packed with chai deliciousness 🙂
Enjoy xx
- 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
- ¼ cup almond milk
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ⅔ cup canola oil
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp allspice
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1½ cup flour
- ½ cup pecan halves
- ½ cup macadamia nuts
- ½ cup almonds
- Preheat oven to 350 F and line the bottom of an 8x8 square pan with parchment paper, greasing the rest of the pan.
- Combine almond milk, flaxseed meal, and vinegar in a large mixing bowl and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, very finely chop your nuts. I used a food processor, but a mortar/pestle or knife would also work.
- Add oil, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, allspice, and cinnamon to the mixture.
- Stir in flour, oats, and nuts. The mixture should be very thick.
- Spread the batter in the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack completely before slicing and serving.
*adapted from these blondies
Kristin | Tasty Joy says
Mmm, these are the perfect thing to ring Autumn in! Lovely. And the bottle’s great 😉
Medha says
Thanks haha!
Josefine says
I love adding oats to desserts too! Especially baked stuff – it makes it all much more dense and delicious. These blodines look amazing – perfect comfort fall food
Medha says
Thank you!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Love the combination of maple and chai! What a perfect treat for the fall, Medha!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Danielle says
These blondies look absolutely delicious and perfect for fall, Medha! Love the spices in there and the macadamia nuts, yum!
Medha says
Thank you!
Lauren says
Hehe I saw the macadamias and knew I would love these! Gotta stock up on nuts anyway and this seems like the perfect recipe to justify that 😉
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Eve @ Baking the Day says
Oats are probably my favourite ingredients as they add a wonderful texture and flavour. These blondies look uber good and they’re vegan, even better!
Medha says
Thanks!!
David @ Spiced says
I totally don’t use macadamia nuts near enough! These blondies look like the perfect Autumn treat. I might need to get a batch going this weekend! 🙂
Medha says
Thanks!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
I want to sink my teeth into one of those right now. Love the mix of nuts you used. And chai spice is wonderful for fall.
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Nadia's Healthy Kitchen says
Mmm they look so soft and crumbly! Love all the flavours you’ve used 😀
Medha says
Thanks!
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
Ha! I love that you totally joke about the bottle and that you have it in your picture! Because what college student has time to move milk into a narrow neck decorative bottle for a few food pics?!?! The blondies look incredible too!
Medha says
Haha thanks 🙂
Amanda says
Having chai flavors in a blondies is genius! I’ve always thought that chai seemed so fall-like. And I love that they’re vegan. 🙂
Medha says
Thank you 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Props are a serious addiction of mine and I don’t use them nearly often enough to justify the cost 🙂 LOVE them though! These blondies look amazing!
Medha says
Right?! Thanks!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
Love all the nuts and delicious chai spices in these bars!! They look amazing.
Medha says
Thank you!
Mir says
I’m in nutty heaven right now! And really, your pics are great. You’re working with fewer props, maybe, but the quality is all there! Love blondies of all kinds, and maple is my favorite flavor!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Kathleen @ Yummy Crumble says
These look so good and I’m so happy you used macadamia nuts. They’re my favorite!
Medha says
Mine too!
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
I want…no, neeeeeed, these in my life asap!
Medha says
Haha thanks!
Fareeha says
This is the only thing I didn’t know I need.. looks fab
Medha says
Thank you 🙂
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Love all the nuts in these blondies!! 🙂
Medha says
Thanks!
Monica says
You got me craving these big time! I also love oats and all the nuts – the texture is to die for. : ) Your food needs no props, my friend. ; )
Medha says
Aw thanks, Monica!
Ashley says
Ooooo I love how many different kinds of nuts you have in here!! And chai??? I mean, how perfect for fall!
Medha says
Right?!
Jessica - The Novice Chef says
I absolutely agree! I wish my whole life was pinterest-y…I would kill to be that organized everywhere. 😉 These sound so delicious and I love that they are vegan. I am always looking for new vegan recipes!
Medha says
Haha pinterest perfect is totally the dream!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Medha, love love love the maple chai oat blondies and your milk bottle prop! 🙂
Medha says
Thank you! 🙂
Mike@TheIronYou says
I love all things chai so these blondies are obviously on my list. Great job M!
Medha says
Thanks, Mike!
Julia says
Yeeeessssss! These look like pure autumn bliss for my face hole! Love how warmly-spiced and nutty these tasty treats are! And BONUS: I have all the ingredients I need for this recipe already! xo
Medha says
LMK if you try! 🙂
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
I love all the texture in these blondies! The maple, nuts and chai combo sound amazing!
Medha says
Thank you!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
These might just be my new favorite snack. I can’t wait to try them! I love chai and am obsessed with anything crunchy. I love these are packed with nuts and delicious fall flavors!
Medha says
Thank you!
Mira says
I got everything to make these! They sound and look delicious! I was laughing at cow almonds 🙂
Medha says
Haha thanks 🙂
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
I am loving all the hearty oats and nuts in these blondies! Uh, fall baking is such a weakness for me — love them!
Medha says
Same, thanks!
Manali @ CookWithManali says
Oats are just amazing in baked good! Love these blondies Medha!
Medha says
Thanks, Manali!
Lu | Super Nummy Yo! says
Haha love your little food prop diatribe! Awesome recipe – I can smell the nutty goodness 😛
Medha says
Haha thanks, Lu!
Jane says
I have no words!! These look AMAZING!! And I love how you milk the almonds haha I cannot wait to try this recipe, it looks to die for!! 🙂 🙂
Medha says
🙂 Thanks!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I would inhale the whole pan of these. All those nuts, plus oats?? My siren song!
Medha says
Thank you!
kushi says
Love this delicious combo. Its just amazing!
Medha says
Thanks so much!
Dani @ Dani California Cooks says
Oh mi gosh, these look unreal. I am going to try making a gluten free version!!
Medha says
LMK how it goes!
Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says
These look amazing! And the milk bottle totally adds the aura of freshly “milked” almonds. Mmmm…. 😉
Medha says
Haha thanks!!
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
Haha! Oh food props. I totally go through the same thing! I wish I had like a little market place in my pantry where I could just pick up stuff that looks amazing in my pictures! The struggle is real!
Medha says
Right?! Thanks!
annie@ciaochowbambina.com says
Oh my…I love macadamias! My mouth is totally watering for these babies! Delish! And I’m digging the milk bottle, my friend! Niceee!
Medha says
Thank you!
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says
I love all the nuts here! And I totally want one of those milk bottles now, too hehehe
Medha says
Haha thanks!
Zainab says
These blondies do look amazing!!
Medha says
Thanks 🙂
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says
Lol, I have that same bottle from Target. 🙂 These look so delicious! Yum!
Medha says
Twinning! Thanks 🙂
Michele @ Two Raspberries says
YUM! these look perfect! maple and chai such a great combo idea too! it sounds delicious! 😉