How was your Fourth of July weekend? I am visiting my mom aka Jerry’s mom and we both decided to keep it low key. We just relaxed at home, baked some pies and watched a movie on netflix.
This year I missed creating some special recipe for Fourth of July but ohh well there’s always next year.
Well I do have something special for you guys. It’s a perfect summer dessert combining my two latest obsessions in one: pineapple and marshmallow to make Pineapple Marshmallow Blondies.
Home made marshmallows and pineapple in one crazy brown buttered blondie recipe. For some days after I made my first ever batch of marshmallows, I kept on thinking of using them in some dessert. Not that it was hard for us to finish them! I just felt it would be wise to incorporate them in some creative dessert recipe before eating them all.
Remember those brown butter blondies I made last year?!I was all over them for a while but then I completely forgot about them. It happens with me a lot. Creating tons of recipes every week makes me forget them with time and move on with new found ones. But some recipes are worth making again and so I decided to whip up pineapple+marshmallow brown butter bloodies.
Ohh let’s talk about this brown butter. I know I kind of talk about it every time I make it but it is a crime not to talk about it. You know the aroma it creates when it’s bubbling on the stove with little specs occurring all over it.I don’t know about you but to me it just seems magical. This technique of browning butter is beautifully explained here.
These pineapple marshmallow blondies were born purely out of curiosity. I wanted to see what happens when I mix fresh pineapple chunks and marshmallows together? I ended up baking them few minutes longer than the required time for baking normal blondies but I must say it was worth it. The chewy texture from marshmallows and fruity pineapple make them a delight to eat and truly a summer dessert. I know lately I have been on tropical flavor kick but who am I to blame when grocery stores are loaded with fresh fruits and all I want to do is use them in sweets and savory items as much as I can!
They are perfect to make way ahead of a get together. I like them best chilled. I know that sounds kind of crazy but I feel the flavors get evolved more after a little bit chilling. Do remember to keep them in an airtight container though so they don’t dry out.
Seriously one of the easiest dessert ever and tastes good even after a day or two!
- ½ cup chopped fresh pineapple
- ½ cup butter, unsalted
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup marshmallows, chopped in small pieces, homemade or store bought
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Line a 8″ square tin with a parchment paper. Take butter in a pan and melt. Keep cooking till all the foam dies and you see it turning into dark brown color and small fragments start appearing. Take it aside and let it cool for a minute or two. It will start to smell nutty. Keep stirring it to prevent burning but watch out as it will splatter everywhere.
- In a bowl, mix the brown butter with sugar and mix until smooth. Add egg and vanilla and mix. Now add Salt and flour and mix it till smooth. Thrown in the fresh pineapple chunks and marshmallows and mix gently to combine all together.
- Pour in the lined tin and make sure it covers all corners by pressing with hands if required. Place it in preheated oven and let it cook for 40-45mins.
- I initially baked it for only 20-25 mins but found them to be under cooked. Baking them for another 15-20 mins helped them in getting fully baked. It will be little sticky to touch but as it cools down, it will be easier to handle.
- Let it cool down and then transfer to a rack for further cooling. Cut into desired size pieces and devour. Store them in an airtight container.
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Ema @ On the flavor road says
Never thought baout adding marshmallows in a cake! these blondies looks fabulous and they have such a summery color :)!
I hope you are doing well my dear :*
naivecookcooks says
Thanks girl!!
Marisa Bergamasco says
Dear Ami, great pictures & great blondies ! I envy the light you have there in summer, here at Buenos Aires the light is very poor lately. I’m sure you understand very well what I am talking about. We don´t eat marshmallows here, but I will try to make these blondies my way. Hugs! Marisa
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Marisa and yeah right now we are lucky to get beautiful summer light!! Let me know if you give it a try!
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
Ok I’m not even kidding, I saw the title of this on my comment luv thing, and I literally said out loud, “WHAT.” haha. you rock it girl. pineapple is my favorite, I never thought to throw it in a brown butter blondie. WHAT WOULDN’T GO IN A BROWN BUTTER BLONDIE?? but really though.
naivecookcooks says
Hehe thanks girl for the wonderful comment!!
Nik@ABrownTable says
I love the addition of the pineapple and marshmallows to the blondies.
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Nik!
Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine says
I love pineapple! Great summer variation of blondies.
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Michelle!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
never made blondies before, but definitely will be making this recipe. love the flavour combination – thanks for the awesome ideas!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Thalia! Let me know how you like it!
Joanne says
Pretty sure this sounds like one of the best blondie flavor combos EVER. Pineapple and marshmallow…who knew they’d work wonders together!?
naivecookcooks says
I know, right Joanne?!! They ended up tasting pretty darn good!
ela@GrayApron says
Fantastic recipe! I have never baked with pineapple…
ela h.
naivecookcooks says
It was my first time too Ela! Thanks for your always lovely comments!
Laura @ Raise Your Garden says
I just love your pineapple marshmallow combo!
It’s never occurred to me that I could actually make my own marshmallows! Nifty =)
naivecookcooks says
Hehe yes you should now!!!
Tamara says
My husband browns butter – it took him a long time to learn the delicate art of it without burning it!
These look wonderful and summery.
naivecookcooks says
Don’t you just love the smell of browned butter?!! I am kind of crazy about it and feel like adding it in whatever possible hehe!! Thanks for visiting!
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
What an awesome flavor combo! Love. 🙂
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Tina!!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane says
Blondies are just the best, aren’t they? And so are tropical flavours, so I bet these are just delicious. A very creative idea and, as you say, great for summer!
naivecookcooks says
Yes Helen I can literally eat blondies with every meal!!
Monica says
What a creative lady, you are! I so admire that. : ) These look really fun and I can imagine the sweet, chewy, moistness of them. Great creation!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Monica for the sweet comment!
Annie @Maebells says
This is pretty much the best recipe ever, marshmallows and pineapple?! I am in! Have you seen the toasted coconut marshmallows at the store? I bet they would be amazing in this! Kind of like pina colada blondies!
naivecookcooks says
Toasted coconut marshmallows?!! I need to get my hands on those, girl! Yes I would love pins colada blondies 😉 !
Angie (@angiesrecipess) says
Marshmallow on blondies…a genius idea! It looks super duper delicious!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Angie!!
Daniela says
Love this creative, summery sweet treat.
The perfectly baked, golden brown crust looks so apetizing, I’m graving for a sample 🙂
Thanks for your visit at my blog!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks and hope you give this a try!
Danielle says
Pineapples and marshmallows together is such a genius idea! These look insanely delicious!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Danielle!!
Barbara says
Those are two,of my favorites as well…would never have thought to make blondies with them. Wow! They look awesome. I am drooling!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Barbara for your sweet comment!
Isadora @ she likes food says
I’ve always favored blondies over brownies! That is such a tasty and creative idea to add in pineapple and marshmallows! Pineapples are one of my favorite fruits and I bet they are so good in these blondies 🙂
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Isadora! Yes you are right, pineapple do taste really good here!
Kelly says
Wow, these blondies sound amazing Ami! So creative to add pineapple and marshmallows to these! I am such a sucker for pineapple so I know I would love these
naivecookcooks says
Kelly you should definitely try these!! Thanks!
Tandy | Lavender and Lime says
I really need to master making my own marshmallows! These look really decadent
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Tandy!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
What a creative way to make blondies! I absolutely love the flavors on here. Definitely gives an old favorite a new twist!
naivecookcooks says
Thanks Gayle!! Hope you try this recipe.
traditionallymodernfood says
Mouth watering pics:) pine apple and marshmallow combo sounds interesting
naivecookcooks says
Thanks!
Arpita@ TheGastronomicBong says
OMG!! how did I manage to miss on this amazing blondie post.. Gosh Ami, what a gorgeous combination!! Absolutely love it…
naivecookcooks says
Awww your comment made me smile!! Thanks for such a lovely comment!
kristie @ birchandwild.com says
You are such a creative cook! We could all learn a but from you!
naivecookcooks says
That’s so sweet of you girl!! You are awesome!
Kristi @ SugarHairBear says
This pineapple – marshmallow combo is the bomb! Can’t wait to make this at home.