The gift of baked goods

I have a wonderful friend who watched my 3 year old so that DH and I could spend some time together yesterday. We ran some errands and took advantage of the $4.99 breakfast buffet at Shoney's. We really just enjoyed being out together alone. It's been hard for us to do that much. It's something that we need every now and then.

We were so grateful that I wanted to do something to thank her. So I baked her a batch of blondies. These things are absolutely addictive. Especially when they are warm from the oven. I got this recipe from another friend of mine.

Blondies
1 cup of flour
1/2 t baking powder
1/2 t baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 c butter, softened
1 c brown sugar
1 egg
1 t vanilla
1/2 c walnuts
1/2 pkg of mini chocolate chips

I just mix everything but the nuts and chocolate chips together. When you get it mixed well, then add the nuts and chips. Bake at 350 for about 25 minutes in an 8x8 greased pan. These are so wonderful!

I think baking or cooking something for someone is a wonderful way to express your gratitude. Everyone loves something yummy. :)

This is being shared at Show Off Your Blog Saturday.
God bless,
Amanda

Comments

Anonymous said…

Oh my, I love blondies, they are probably my absolute favorite dessert! Yum!
Toni

March 4, 2009 at 3:18 PM

Lynn said…

This looks really good.

March 5, 2009 at 8:25 AM

Amanda from Faith, Food and Family said…

Toni and Lynn,
Thanks so much for stopping by! I love this recipe. It is not the healiest of course so I try not to make it often. But it disappears quickly when I do make it!
Thanks again!
God bless,
Amanda

March 7, 2009 at 6:49 PM

Anonymous said…

Yum! I love blondies, and baked goods! This is a great post, I love giving baked goods as well! I really should do it more often!!

March 21, 2009 at 5:14 PM

Unknown said…

Thanks so much for sharing the recipe it looks really yummy! I also agree that baking something for someone is a great way to show appreciation! Thanks for joining Show off your blog Saturday! Hope to see you again tomorrow!

March 27, 2009 at 8:26 AM

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