Fireworks Blondies – Festive, Chewy Bars Loaded with Red, White & Blue Fun

A Patriotic Treat That Pops with Every Bite!

🎉 Introduction

These Fireworks Blondies are everything you want in a 4th of July dessert—soft, chewy, buttery, and packed with patriotic flair! Loaded with red, white, and blue sprinkles (and optionally popping candy for a real fireworks feel 🎇), these festive bars are the perfect balance of fun and flavor.

They’re easy to make, ideal for feeding a crowd, and travel perfectly for barbecues, parades, or firework shows. If you’re looking for a simple, colorful treat that still feels special, these blondies will light up your dessert table like a grand finale. 🎆🍪

🛒 Ingredients

🧁 Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

🧈 Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

🎉 Mix-Ins & Toppings

• ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
• ½ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
• 1–2 tbsp popping candy (like Pop Rocks), optional for after baking

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
• Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar
• Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt
• Slowly fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined

Step 4: Stir In Fun Stuff

• Gently fold in sprinkles and white chocolate chips (if using)
• Spread batter evenly into prepared pan

Step 5: Bake

• Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is set
• Let cool completely before cutting

Step 6: Add Fireworks!

• Right before serving, sprinkle with popping candy if desired
• Cut into squares and enjoy!

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Yields: 24 bars
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Bake Time: 22–26 minutes
• Total Time: ~35 minutes

🥄 Variations

• Double the Fun: Add red & blue M&Ms for crunch and color
• Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
• Swirl It: Add a raspberry or blueberry jam swirl before baking
• Sprinkle Explosion: Fold in extra sprinkles just before baking for a layered effect
• Popping Candy Hack: Don’t bake the Pop Rocks—they’ll dissolve. Add them just before serving.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Fridge: Keeps well for up to 1 week
• Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months
• Reheat Tip: Microwave for 10–15 seconds for that just-baked softness

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I make these ahead of time?
   Yes! They stay soft for several days and freeze beautifully.
2. Will the sprinkles melt in the batter?
   Nope! Use jimmies or confetti sprinkles—they hold their shape well.
3. Can I skip the white chocolate?
   Absolutely. They’re still amazing without it!
4. Can I use a smaller pan?
   Yes, for thicker blondies use a 9×9 pan—but bake 5–8 minutes longer.
5. What kind of sprinkles work best?
   Jimmies or nonpareils. Avoid sanding sugar—it melts and spreads.
6. How do I add Pop Rocks without them melting?
   Sprinkle them on right before serving for maximum pop.
7. Can I dye the batter?
   Sure! Split it into sections and tint with gel food coloring for a layered look.
8. Can I make these without eggs?
   Try an egg substitute like flax eggs or unsweetened applesauce.
9. Are these chewy or cakey?
   They’re super chewy with a buttery bite!
10. Do I need to chill the dough?
    Nope—this batter is ready to bake right away!

🏁 Conclusion

These Fireworks Blondies are the ultimate no-fuss dessert for your 4th of July celebration. They’re easy to whip up, irresistibly chewy, and full of red, white, and blue fun. Whether you top them with sprinkles, candy, or a pop of crackling magic, they’ll definitely spark joy with every bite. 🎇🍪

Perfect for parties, parades, or just a backyard hangout, these bars deliver big festive flavor in a quick and easy package.

Adam

Fireworks Blondies – Festive, Chewy Bars Loaded with Red, White & Blue Fun

These Fireworks Blondies are everything you want in a 4th of July dessert—soft, chewy, buttery, and packed with patriotic flair! Loaded with red, white, and blue sprinkles (and optionally popping candy for a real fireworks feel 🎇), these festive bars are the perfect balance of fun and flavor. They’re easy to make, ideal for feeding a crowd, and travel perfectly for barbecues, parades, or firework shows. If you’re looking for a simple, colorful treat that still feels special, these blondies will light up your dessert table like a grand finale. 🎆🍪

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

bake time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 24 bars

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🧁 Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

🧈 Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter melted
• 1 ½ cups brown sugar packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

🎉 Mix-Ins & Toppings

• ½ cup white chocolate chips optional
• ½ cup red white, and blue sprinkles
• 1 –2 tbsp popping candy like Pop Rocks, optional for after baking

Method

 

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar
2. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt
2. Slowly fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined

Step 4: Stir In Fun Stuff

1. Gently fold in sprinkles and white chocolate chips (if using)
2. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan

Step 5: Bake

1. Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is set
2. Let cool completely before cutting

Step 6: Add Fireworks!

1. Right before serving, sprinkle with popping candy if desired
2. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

🥄 Variations
Double the Fun: Add red & blue M&Ms for crunch and color

Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend

Swirl It: Add a raspberry or blueberry jam swirl before baking

Sprinkle Explosion: Fold in extra sprinkles just before baking for a layered effect

Popping Candy Hack: Don’t bake the Pop Rocks—they’ll dissolve. Add them just before serving.

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days

Fridge: Keeps well for up to 1 week

Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months

Reheat Tip: Microwave for 10–15 seconds for that just-baked softness

❓ 10 FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! They stay soft for several days and freeze beautifully.

Will the sprinkles melt in the batter?
Nope! Use jimmies or confetti sprinkles—they hold their shape well.

Can I skip the white chocolate?
Absolutely. They’re still amazing without it!

Can I use a smaller pan?
Yes, for thicker blondies use a 9×9 pan—but bake 5–8 minutes longer.

What kind of sprinkles work best?
Jimmies or nonpareils. Avoid sanding sugar—it melts and spreads.

How do I add Pop Rocks without them melting?
Sprinkle them on right before serving for maximum pop.

Can I dye the batter?
Sure! Split it into sections and tint with gel food coloring for a layered look.

Can I make these without eggs?
Try an egg substitute like flax eggs or unsweetened applesauce.

Are these chewy or cakey?
They’re super chewy with a buttery bite!

Do I need to chill the dough?
Nope—this batter is ready to bake right away!

🏁 Conclusion
These Fireworks Blondies are the ultimate no-fuss dessert for your 4th of July celebration. They’re easy to whip up, irresistibly chewy, and full of red, white, and blue fun. Whether you top them with sprinkles, candy, or a pop of crackling magic, they’ll definitely spark joy with every bite. 🎇🍪

Perfect for parties, parades, or just a backyard hangout, these bars deliver big festive flavor in a quick and easy package.