Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies Recipe
Delight in these Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies, featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced blondies studded with fresh apples and topped with a luscious maple glaze. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these blondies combine the warm flavors of fall with a rich, buttery texture and a hint of maple sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 blondies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Blondies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
For the Maple Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×9-inch square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it well to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined. Set aside this mixture.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until smooth and well incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender.
- Add the apples: Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Make the maple glaze: While the blondies bake, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle the glaze: Once the blondies have cooled in the pan for about 10 minutes, drizzle the maple glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set slightly before slicing.
- Serve: Cut the blondies into squares and serve. Enjoy their warm, sweet flavors with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tartness.
- To prevent overbaking, start checking the blondies at 25 minutes; they should be moist but cooked through.
- For a nutty twist, consider folding in chopped walnuts or pecans with the apples.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These blondies can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before glazing.
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