Chewy Gooey Blonde Brownies

This has always been my favorite cookie. You can add in chocolate chips and/or nuts, but I love the plain, unadulterated maple-like flavor. To halve the recipe, use an 8x8" pan and check five minutes sooner.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 24
• Yields: 24 cookies

Ingredients

• 2  cups flour
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
• 2⁄3 cup  oil
• 2  cups brown sugar
• 2  eggs
• 1  teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. Mix together first four ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
2. Mix together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, then stir in the dry ingredients.
3. Bake in a greased, 9x13-inch pan, for 25-30 minutes at 350°F or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.