Basic Blondies

Basic Blondies
(Source: Bakingblonde)

8 T. butter, melted
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla or 1/2 tsp. almond extract
pinch salt
1 c. flour

Butter an 8x8" pan. Mix melted butter with brown sugar-beat until smooth. Beat in egg and then vanilla. Add salt, stir in flour. Mix in any additions (some ideas below). Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until set in the middle. Cool on rack before cutting.

Add in ideas:
1/2 to 1 c. chocolate chips or butterscotch chips
1/2 tsp mint extract in addition to, or in the place of vanilla extract
1/2 c. chopped nuts, chopped up candy bars