As delectable and addictive as a giant, golden chocolate-chip cookie, a great blondie tastes equally amazing whether topped with ice cream, dipped in coffee or enjoyed alone as an afternoon snack. To take this show-stopping blondie mix to the next level, the folks at New York City’s Baked added a hint of caramel and a pinch of salt—because blondies really do have more fun.

Baked NYC specializes in (even obsesses about) all manner of baking Americana. Baked started as a classic American bakery and café based in Red Hook, Brooklyn, where they create a vast array of cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, muffins, scones, bars, brownies and even more sweet treats. They’re not just bakers, they’re dessert archeologists—digging and researching and eating their way through the classic, regional desserts of America.

Makes about 12 blondies

In addition to the mix, you will need:

• 1 large egg, plus 1 large egg yolk
• 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled