Sprinkle some extra fun into life with these Gluten Free Funfetti Blondies. These vanilla blondies have the *most* soft and fudgy texture with rainbow sprinkles in every bite. Top with a thick and creamy layer of vanilla frosting + more rainbow sprinkles for a real fun time!
I’m a sucker for anything with sprinkles so funfetti inspired sweets have always been a favorite…it’s actually my favorite dessert!! The moist and soft texture of these blondies is the perfect mix between a cookie and cake, essentially a vanilla brownie. Add the sprinkles and vanilla frosting and it takes this dessert over the top!
For another funfetti inspired dessert, check out my Vanilla Mug Cake recipe. This gluten free microwave mug cake is soft and moist vanilla cake with a coconut cream topping + rainbow sprinkles for fun. It’s easy, quick, and oh so delicious!
Funfetti Blondies Ingredients
Cashew Butter – I always opt for natural nut butters with no added oils or sugar when I’m baking. Otherwise the added oil and sugar can affect the flavor and texture of the finished baked good. Some good brands for this include Kevala and Artisana or you can always make it homemade!
Egg – Helps bind the batter together while baking for the perfect blondie texture.
Coconut Sugar – A refined sugar free sweetener that gives a slight caramel-esc flavor.
Maple Syrup – Adds moisture and is a refined sugar free sweetener.
Imitation Vanilla Extract – I use this extract from Watkins to achieve that traditional ‘funfetti’ flavor. You can also sub it for pure vanilla extract though and it won’t change the flavor all that much!
Gluten Free Flour – Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-t0-1 Baking Flour is my go-to for all GF baking. It creates the best texture in baked goods and doesn’t change the flavor.
Baking Soda – Helps these gluten free blondies rise while baking for optimal texture.
Rainbow Sprinkles – An absolute need for anything funfetti inspired! See all my favorite recommendations down below.
Vanilla Frosting – I love using Miss Jones Vanilla Frosting because it’s delicious and made with better for you ingredients. The creamy vanilla flavor really completes these funfetti blondies!
How to Make Gluten Free Funfetti Blondies
- Preheat the oven to 350F and line a 8”x8” pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand blender and whisk together cashew butter, egg, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add in the GF flour, baking soda, and salt and blend again with the hand blender until combined.
- Add in ⅓ cup of sprinkles and stir until combined with a wooden spoon or spatula. Batter will be thick.
- Using a spatula, spread batter in the parchment-lined 8”x8” pan in an even layer. Top with remaining 2 tbsp sprinkles.
- Move to the oven and bake for 24-26 minutes (mine was 26), or until the edges are browned, raised, and pulled away from the sides. A toothpick or knife inserted will not come out completely crumb-free, but if you bake longer the bars will turn out too dry!
- Let cool completely before topping with your favorite store-bought vanilla frosting. Optional: garnish with extra sprinkles. Cut into 12 or 9 slices and enjoy!
What is a Blondie?
I’m a big chocolate fan but blondies are one of the few exceptions. I like to describe them as a vanilla version of brownies. The texture is identical to a brownie but it doesn’t have the chocolate flavor. Instead the star flavor is vanilla and in this case, rainbow sprinkles!
Blondies also traditionally have a slight caramel-esc flavor which is where the coconut sugar and maple syrup combo helps. If you’ve ever baked with that sweetener combo then you’ve probably tasted the sweet, almost caramel like flavor they give to vanilla based desserts.
Overall, blondies are a delicious vanilla ‘brownie’ with soft and fudgy texture. They usually have chocolate chips, white chocolate, chopped nuts, or in this case, sprinkles, added to the batter as well. The options are endless!
Funfetti Sprinkles
From cakes to cupcakes, cookies to blondies, and so much more, funfetti inspired sweets all have one thing in common: rainbow sprinkles.
Not only are the rainbow sprinkles so fun (I mean who doesn’t love the colors?!), they’re also easy to find for natural, dye free alternatives. My go-to sprinkles brand is definitely Watkins – they offer high quality sprinkles that are naturally dyed!
Easy Gluten Free Blondie Recipe
If you’re a fan of blondies then you’ll definitely want to check out my Peanut Butter Blondies. They’re soft, chewy, and have chopped peanut butter cups sprinkled throughout. It’s the dream for any chocolate peanut butter lovers out there!
And if you try this blondie recipe, please let me know by leaving a comment and rating in the boxes below! I always love to hear from you, and it also helps other people find this recipe when they search online for the BEST Gluten Free Funfetti Blondies 🙂
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural cashew butter
- 1 egg
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp imitation vanilla extract or sub regular vanilla extract
- ¼ cup GF flour use a 1:1 GF flour replacement (I like Bob's Red Mill 1:1 GF flour)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ⅓ cup sprinkles + 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles
- Favorite store-bought vanilla frosting I like the Miss Jones brand
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and line a 8”x8” pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand blender and whisk together cashew butter, egg, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add in the GF flour, baking soda, and salt and stir again with hand blender until combined.
- Add in ⅓ cup of sprinkles and stir until combined with a wooden spoon. Batter will be thick.
- Using a spatula, spread batter in the parchment-lined 8”x8” pan in an even layer. Top with remaining 2 tbsp sprinkles.
- Move to the oven and bake for 24-26 minutes (mine was 26), or when the edges are browned, raised, and pulled away from the sides. (A toothpick or knife inserted will not come out completely crumb-free, but if you bake longer the bars will be dry!)
- Let cool completely before topping with your favorite store-bought vanilla frosting. Optional: garnish with extra sprinkles. Cut into 12 or 9 slices and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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