Maple Blondies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line 9-inch square pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides.
3. 3
   Spray with cooking spray.
4. 4
   Combine flour and baking powder.
5. 5
   Mix sugar and butter in large bowl until blended.
6. 6
   Stir in eggs, then extract.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture; mix well.
8. 8
   Stir in chocolate and nuts.
9. 9
   Pour into prepared pan.
10. 10
    Bake 20 to 25 min.
11. 11
    or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out with fudgy crumbs.
12. 12
    (Do not overbake.)
13. 13
    Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into squares.