Golden Baked Tender Treat (Printable View)
Tender baked good with a golden crust and soft buttery texture, perfect for any time of day.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
07 - 3/4 cup whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
10 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips or fresh berries
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
04 - Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in chocolate chips or berries if using.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
07 - Bake for 25 to 28 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It's foolproof yet feels like a special indulgence you want to keep to yourself
- The balance of tender crumb and lightly sweetened warmth makes it a go-to for unexpected guests
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- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are perfectly fine and keep the texture tender
- Letting the baked treat cool completely before slicing gives the best clean squares and holds the shape beautifully
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- Measure flour carefully using the spoon and level method to avoid dense results
- The secret to moist and tender baked treats is melted butter cooled just right so it doesn’t cook the eggs