Jammie Dodger Blondie Recipe (2024)

This Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe takes an iconic British biscuit and teams it with white chocolate and raspberry jam for a dreamy blondie.

Jammie Dodgers are crisp shortcake biscuits (cookies) filled with a chewy raspberry or strawberry flavoured jam.

They get their unique name from a 1930's British comic book character, Roger the Dodger from The Beano! If you're from outside of the UK, the most similar cookie is probably a raspberry/strawberry Linzer cookie, although they tend to contain almonds in the dough.

I actually have a giant jammie dodger recipe, so if you like, you could make some of your own and then use them in this recipe!

These Jammie Dodger Blondies are made extra special with loads of white chocolate chips and a really generous jam (jelly for US friends) swirl, alongside plenty of crisp Jammie Dodgers throughout!

The experience of eating a Jammie Dodger Blondie is a bit special. It's like eating a gooey, chewy creamy and creamy slab of Jammie Dodger!

To make your Jammie Dodger Blondies, you'll first make a super moist blondie batter with melted butter, soft brown sugar, eggs, vanilla and flour.

Once the batter is ready, you'll fold in lots of white chocolate chips and then pour half of the batter into a lined tin.

The assembly really is the best fun as you spoon big blobs of jam over the top and then top with Jammie Dodgers. After that, you'll pour in the rest of the batter and repeat with more jam and dodgers.

Then it's into your preheated oven for 25 minutes.

You'll only need to bake the blondie slab until it firms at the edges, but it should still be soft in the middle. This is because the blondie will set as it cools down - cooking it any further will dry your blondie out.

Once your tin of Jammie Dodger Blondies is cooked, you'll leave it to cool, then transfer it to the fridge to set overnight. This is, I know, a real trial of patience, but it will give you outrageously fudgy and tender blondies with perfectly crisp and shiny top - perfect for ice cream or on its own!

This Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe takes just 45 minutes to prepare and cook, so it's perfect to make the night before a bake sale or on a Sunday for weekday lunchboxes.

If you want to give it a go, the detailed recipe is below, with plenty of pictures, tips and tricks to help you along the way. Enjoy!

Instructions

Make the blondie batter

Preheat your oven to 180C (160C fan / 370F).

Cube the butter into a bowl and melt in the microwave or on the hob over a pan of water until just melted.

Add the soft brown sugar.

Whisk together.

Next, add the eggs.

Whisk until smooth.

Add the flour and baking powder.

Mix together until smooth - the batter will be quite liquid.

Add the white chocolate chips and fold in.

Assemble the blondie

Pour half of the blondie batter into your prepared tin and level off.

Spoon half the jam in large dollops over the blondie batter.

Top with half the Jammie Dodgers.

Pour the remaining blondie batter on top and level off.

Gently warm the remaining jam with a 15 second burst in the microwave, then spoon over the blondie batter.

Swirl a little with the handle end of a spoon.

Top with the remaining Jammie Dodgers.

Bake for approximately 25 minutes until firm at the edges and a little under in the centre - it will continue to set as it cools.

Allow to cool in the tin, then chill overnight to make them easy to slice.

Slide the Jammie Dodger blondies onto a serving board and slice them into 12 squares (in a pattern of 3 by 4).

Enjoy your Jammie Dodger blondies!

Pointers, tricks and troubleshooting tips for the perfect Jammie Dodger Blondies

What are Jammie Dodgers?

Jammie Dodgers are a British biscuit consisting of two round shortbread biscuits sandwiched together with raspberry jam. The biscuits are often decorated with a Jammie Dodger-branded imprint.

Jammie Dodgers are made by Burton's Foods and were first produced in the 1930s. They get their name from a British comic book character, Roger the Dodger.

Jammie Dodgers come in a couple of flavours (Strawberry, Raspberry), and there are occasional limited editions like Blueberry, Chocolate, Toffee or Lemon.

Jammie Dodgers are similar to Linzer cookies, only without the almonds. So if you don't have access to Jammie Dodgers, you could also use Linzer cookies.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe easy to make?

Yes, this recipe is super easy to make! It's a classic blondie batter, mixed with white chocolate and swirls of jam and studded with Jammie Dodgers.

To make the blondie batter, you'll melt your butter and mix it with the soft brown sugar before adding eggs, flour and baking powder.

Once your baking powder is added, you'll need to quickly but carefully mix in your white chocolate chips, so you don't wear out the baking powder rise. Then pour half of the batter into a baking tray, add a layer of jam and biscuits, and then repeat with the second layer of batter, Jammie Dodgers and jam.

Then it's just a case of baking the blondie slab until it's firm around the edges but still soft in the centre. The blondie centre will set in the fridge overnight, giving you moist and tender blondies with a crisp biscuit top.

If you get stuck at any point, the FAQs below should help tackle any pain points. But if you can't find the answer to your question, comment below or send me an email, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Will I need any special equipment to make Jammie Dodger Blondies?

To make this Jammie Dodger Blondies recipe, you'll need some standard kitchen equipment like bowls, scales/spoons, a chopping board, whisk and spatula.

The only bit of kit you might not have for this recipe is the same-sized roasting tin. I used a medium-sized tin, which gave me approx two-inch thick blondies.

I also lined my tin with baking paper to make sure the blondies didn't stick, but you could also just grease a baking tray if you don't have any baking paper. Though it will make removing your Jammie Dodger Blondies neatly will make it more difficult.

There's always a complete list of suggested equipment on the recipe card below my recipes if you're in doubt. I always include links to example products in the list to show exactly what I used to make each recipe.

Do I need to use Jammie Dodgers in this recipe?

No, you don't have to use Jammie Dodgers if you don't want to. You could use any other fruity sandwich-style cookie as long as it's a similar style.

Jammie Dodgers also bring out limited edition versions with different fillings and flavours, so if you can't find raspberry or strawberry Jammie Dodgers, any other flavour would work.

Or, if you want a more chocolatey recipe, I have an Oreo Blondies recipe too!

What kind of chocolate chips should I use?

For this recipe, I used standard white chocolate chips or drops. You can usually find these in the baking aisle of your local supermarket. If they aren't in stock, some regular white chocolate chopped into small pieces will work just as well.

What kind of jam should I use?

I used squeezy seedless raspberry jam, but you could use any flavour or style, as long as it's relatively runny. Whichever flavour jam you use, try to find the seedless kind so you don't end up spitting out seeds while eating your blondies.

How can I tell if eggs have gone off?

It's always best to use fresh ingredients when baking, especially eggs. It's essential to use fresh eggs, as they can behave differently in recipes as they get older and their quality declines.

You should never eat an egg that looks, smells, feels or tastes odd in any way. So if your egg has any discolouration, odd appearance, or a strange or foul odour, it is most likely off.

If your egg has spoiled, you should immediately throw it away and thoroughly wash any pots and utensils that have come into contact with it.

How can I tell if the butter has gone off?

If you're unsure if your butter has gone off, give it a sniff. If it smells sour or rancid, then it has most likely gone bad, and you should throw it away.

First, you should check the Best Before date. This should give you a good indication as to whether the butter is still ok to use. Unlike Use By dates, which should never be exceeded, Best Before dates are more to indicate quality, and food a little past that date may still be safe to eat.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, as long as you use a vegetarian jam, this recipe is vegetarian. However, you might want to check the ingredients of Jammie Dodgers.

At the time of writing (July 2022), Jammie Dodgers are vegan, but this could change in the future, as many jam-based products use animal-derived ingredients for thickening or colour.

So always make sure that you double-check all of your ingredients labels to ensure that they are vegetarian. Also, don't forget to check anything extra that you intend to serve with your Jammie Dodger Blondies.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe suitable for vegans?

This recipe isn't vegetarian At the time of writing (July 2022), Jammie Dodgers and Jammie Dodgers Minis are listed as vegan! So if you swap the egg, butter and chocolate for vegan alternatives, you can make a vegan version.

• I would recommend using Flora Plant Block for the butter, as it has a similar fat content to dairy butter (approx 80%.)
• For eggs, Orgran Egg Replacer is a consistent egg alternative. I find it works best in a warmer environment, so if it's cold, try using some lukewarm water to mix it.
• For white chocolate, you could use any supermarket's own brand of white chocolate. Sainsbury's makes a good tasing vegan white chocolate, but it may melt and cook differently. So it might be a good idea to find vegan white chocolate designed for cooking and melting.
• Finally, most jam is vegan - but some brands might contain non-vegan ingredients, so check the label just in case.

Also, don't forget to check anything extra that you intend to serve with your Jammie Dodger Blondies.

I haven't made a vegan version of this recipe, so I can't be sure it will work exactly the same. You may need to use a bit of trial and error. Let me know how it goes in the comments if you do make a vegan version!

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe gluten-free?

This recipe is made with wheat flour and Jammie Dodgers, which both contain gluten.

Luckily, blondies are a good recipe to make with gluten-free flour, as they don't rely on gluten for the texture like bread. So if you need to make this recipe for a gluten-free friend, you could use a gluten-free flour blend like this one from Doves Farm.

It's best to use a gluten-free flour blend rather than one kind of gluten-free flour (like buckwheat, coconut etc). This is because a blend often contains starch and protein-based ingredients like teff, sorghum or potato flour, which help to replicate the behaviour of wheat flour.

Jammie Dodgers don't make a gluten-free version, but some UK supermarkets sell gluten-free versions of similar cookies like these Prewetts Jammy Wheels. I haven't used them before, but they seem to be a similar size to Jammie Dodgers.

I haven't tried making a gluten-free version of these blondies, but the cooking time and temperature should remain the same. If you make a gluten-free version let me know how it goes! I'll add your tips to this section to help any other gluten-free readers in the future.

Double check all of your ingredients labels to make sure that they are gluten-free. Don't forget to check anything extra that you intend to serve with your Jammie Dodger Blondies.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe keto-friendly?

Sorry, this recipe is definitely keto-unfriendly! These blondies rely on sugar and wheat flour for their taste and texture, so you won't be able to swap the ingredients for keto-friendly versions.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe suitable for those on a FODMAP diet?

No, this recipe contains wheat, sugar and other ingredients unsuitable for a FODMAP diet.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe healthy?

Healthy can mean different things to different people.

This Jammie Dodger Blondie recipe is full of sugar and fat, so overall, it's not healthy. However, there's nothing wrong with the occasional treat as part of an active lifestyle or varied diet.

Is this Jammie Dodger Blondie safe to eat while pregnant?

As long your ingredients are in good condition and you prepare the recipe safely, there's nothing in this recipe that should pose a risk to a pregnant person.

However, it's important to note that these blondies contain a fair amount of sugar. So you may want to eat them in moderation as pregnant people are more sensitive to changes in blood sugar and conditions like gestational diabetes.

A Mummy Too does not offer medical advice. Please seek help from a medical professional if you need further information or have any concerns.

Are Jammie Dodger Blondies suitable for babies and toddlers?

No, this recipe contains lots of sugar, so it isn't suitable for children under 5.

A Mummy Too does not give medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to a health professional.

The NHS has some fantastic resources on their website on what to feed babies and young children.

I don't have any white chocolate chips. Can I use milk or dark chocolate instead?

Sure, why not! They will cook just like white chocolate, so it makes no difference apart from flavour and colour. Milk or dark chocolate chips could make for a nice contrast within the blondie batter.

What goes well with Jammie Dodger Blondies?

These Jammie Dodger Blondies are lovely on their own or with a cup of tea. They would also be great served with some vanilla ice cream or as part of a dessert platter with other cookies and fruit.

You could also make them sparkle and serve them with a drizzle of melted chocolate and some gold sprinkles. Or, if you want to get really fancy, you could use some edible gold leaf!

Does it matter if I use baking margarine or butter in the blondie batter?

You'll need to use dairy butter or plant-based butter in this recipe, as the fat content helps give the blondies their texture. So margarine wouldn't be right for this recipe.

How should I store Jammie Dodger Blondies?

These Jammie Dodger Blondies will stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. You could also store them in the fridge for up to a week, although they may dry out slightly.

If you want to freeze your Jammie Dodger Blondies, make sure to wrap them tightly in cling film or aluminium foil. They should be ok frozen for up to 3 months.

How long will Jammie Dodger Blondies keep?

Jammie Dodger Blondies will stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. You could also store them in the fridge for up to a week, although they may dry out slightly.

Can I leave Jammie Dodger Blondies out on the counter?

No, Jammie Dodger Blondies need to be stored in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge. If they are left out, they will quickly go stale and dry out.

Can I make Jammie Dodger Blondies ahead?

Yes, Jammie Dodger Blondies can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the fridge for up to a week. You could also freeze them for up to 3 months.

Can I keep Jammie Dodger Blondies in the refrigerator?

Yes, though it will affect the texture of your blondies - though not in a bad way. Refrigerated blondies and brownies tend to become fudgier, as refrigeration affects the way moisture behaves. So if you want dense, fudgy blondies, you can definitely keep them in the fridge.

Can I freeze Jammie Dodger Blondies?

Yes, you can freeze your Jammie Dodger Blondies. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in cling film or aluminium foil.

It's important to wrap these blondies because of the jam layer on top. The jam layer will make the blondies especially susceptible to freezer burn.

Freezer burn is sort of like cold evaporation. Water from food is drawn into the air around it, causing it to dry out and lose flavour. So if you have something like a jam layer on top, which has liquid in it, the food is more susceptible to freezer burn.

If you wrap your blondies well, they should keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

What is the best way to defrost Jammie Dodger Blondies?

The best way to defrost your blondies is to pop them in the fridge overnight. Once defrosted, you might want to reheat your blondies in the oven to crisp them up a little, as the Jammie Dodgers will most likely become very soggy when the blondies defrost.

Can I make these Jammie Dodger Blondies in a different quantity?

If you want to make more or less of this recipe, then go ahead. The best way to scale this recipe up or down is to use a recipe converter calculator. It saves you the headache of working out quantities manually.

I haven't made this recipe in a different quantity, so I can't be sure of the cooking times for a smaller or bigger batch.

Usually, if you make a bigger batch of a traybake like blondies, you could try adding 10 minutes onto the cooking time and reducing the temperature by 10-20 degrees.

For a smaller batch, keep the temperature the same, but check on the blondies 15 minutes before the end of cooking time to see where they're at.

It will take a lot of observation and maybe some trial and error to change the blondie size. The timing may be similar or much longer/shorter. Just make sure your blondies are cooked through with a skewer test.

Can I make this recipe in a different tin/tray?

I used a medium baking tin to make these blondies, which allowed the blondie batter to sit at around 2 inches deep. If you don't have a similarly sized tin, you could use a couple of smaller tins or round cake tins.

Nigella Lawson says: "Generally you reduce the round cake tin size by 2cm (1-inch) to arrive at the equivalent size of square cake tin. So a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin can be switched for an 18cm (7-inch) square tin and a 23cm (9-inch) round tin can be switched for a 20cm (8-inch) square tin."

Can I make Jammie Dodger Blondies in a stand mixer such as a KitchenAid or Kenwood Mixer?

You could use a stand mixer to combine your blondie batter, but to be honest, it's probably just as easy to mix it by hand if you can.

You'll need to melt your butter in a bowl, so it makes more sense to add the ingredients to that bowl rather than transferring into a mixer.

So unless you have a mixer bowl you can set over a double boiler, it will probably just make more washing up to use a stand mixer.

Can I make Jammie Dodger Blondies with a food processor?

No, a stand mixer would be too powerful to mix your blondie batter, and it would cause the batter to become tough.

How can I make sure my Jammie Dodger Blondies turn out perfectly?

Here are a few tips for making perfect Jammie Dodger Blondies:

• Use good quality butter for the best flavour.
• Make sure your butter is melted but not too hot. If it's too hot, it will cook the eggs, and you'll end up with scrambled egg blondies - eurgh!
• Don't overmix your batter. Mix it just enough to combine the ingredients. When you overmix the batter, you run the risk of activating the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough bread like blondies.
• Use a light hand when adding the Jammie Dodgers. You don't want to break them up too much.
• Bake your blondies until they are just set and starting to pull away from the sides of the tin. They will continue to cook and firm up a little as they cool, so don't worry about the centre cooking through.

Why did my Jammie Dodger Blondies turn out dry/crumbly?

If your blondies are dry and crumbling, it could mean that they were overcooked. But it's most likely that there's an issue with the ingredients.

You only need to cook your blondie slab until it is firm and golden around the edges but still soft in the middle. The centre will firm up as it cools, so don't make the mistake of thinking it should be golden to the middle.

However, your blondie batter should be very moist from the eggs, melted butter, and jam and once heated, the chocolate chips should melt too. This means it should be hard to cause this batter to dry out. So if your batter is dry, it's more likely that you added too much flour or too little of the wet ingredients.

Unfortunately, you can't salvage an overcooked or dry blondie. So next time, try measuring out your ingredients before you begin cooking and placing them in bowls on the work surface. That way, you won't miss any ingredients, and you're less likely to make a mistake with measurements while distracted.

You should also invest in an oven thermometer, so you're certain your oven isn't too high. An oven thermometer is just a thermometer that you can leave inside the oven while it is on. It gives you an accurate reading of the internal temperature, unlike many domestic ovens which have faulty or inconsistent temperature dials. You can usually buy an oven thermometer in kitchenware stores or from Amazon.

Why did my Jammie Dodger Blondies turn out wet/soft/dense?

Your Jammie Dodger Blondies should be a little dense, soft and moist, but if they're runny or uncooked, then you have an issue. Wet blondies are either undercooked, or the ratio of wet and dry ingredients is off.

To make sure you use the right amount of ingredients:

• Use a scale rather than cups for more accuracy.
• Pay attention to the measurement formats i.e. 200g not 20g, tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon.
• Measure your ingredients before you begin cooking and place each weighed ingredient into cups or bowls on your work surface.

To avoid undercooking:

• You should preheat your oven before you put your blondies into it. If you add blondies to an oven which isn't up to temperature, they won't cook correctly.
• Use an oven thermometer to make sure your oven is up to temperature.
• Set a timer to ensure your blondies get enough time in the oven.

Why didn’t my Jammie Dodger Blondies rise?

Your blondies won't really rise when they cook, only slightly expand. So if your blondies haven't risen, there's no need to worry.

How can I add/change the flavours in this Jammie Dodger Blondie Recipe?

If you want to add extra flavours to your Jammie Dodger Blondies or change the ones that are already there, here are some ideas:

• Use a different type of jam. I used seedless raspberry jam, but you could use strawberry, blackberry etc. You could also try this recipe with marmalade or another sweet preserve.
• Instead of jam, you could use caramel sauce.
• Use milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate.
• Add a teaspoon of almond extract, this will give the Jammie Dodger Blondies more of a Linzer cookie flavour.

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