Strawberry Blondies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8-inch-square baking pan with foil, pressing it into the corners and up the sides; leave an overhang on 2 sides.
2. 2
   Butter the foil.
3. 3
   Put 4 tablespoons butter and the brown sugar in a large microwave-safe bowl.
4. 4
   Microwave until the butter is melted, about 1 minute.
5. 5
   Stir in the vanilla.
6. 6
   Let cool slightly, then stir in the egg.
7. 7
   Whisk the flour, salt and baking powder in a small bowl.
8. 8
   Stir into the butter mixture.
9. 9
   Stir in the butterscotch chips and nuts and spread the batter in the pan.
10. 10
    Drop dollops of jam on top and swirl with a knife.
11. 11
    Bake until set, 20 to 25 minutes.
12. 12
    Let cool 15 minutes on a rack, then lift the foil and transfer the blondies to the rack to cool completely.
13. 13
    Remove the foil and cut into bars.
14. 14
    Photograph by Con Poulos