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Maple Glazed Apple Blondies

Maple Glazed Apple Blondies: Your Cozy Fall Treat Awaits

Delightful Maple Glazed Apple Blondies blend fall flavors into a chewy, rich dessert that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blends.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavens the blondies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use kosher or sea salt for best results.
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) Unsalted preferred.
  • 1 cup Sugar White sugar or coconut sugar can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be swapped in.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg can be added for extra warmth.
  • 2 cups Apples (chopped finely) Opt for HoneyCrisp, Gala, or Fuji.
For the Apple Filling
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Sweetens the apple mixture.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter (for apple filling) Enhances richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for apple filling) Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (for apple filling) Complements the sweet apples.
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Butter (for glaze) Gives glaze richness.
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Essential for glaze.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Reduce for a thinner consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for glaze) Adds flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (for glaze) Elevates maple flavor.

Equipment

  • 11x7 inch baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 11x7 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped apples, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until apples soften.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add white sugar and dark brown sugar, followed by eggs, salt, and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Spread half of the blondie batter into the prepared pan. Layer with apple filling and top with remaining batter, smoothing to cover.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the glaze, melt together butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Sift in powdered sugar and whisk until smooth.
  8. Cool blondies for 10 minutes, then drizzle warm maple glaze over the top and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use high-quality apples like HoneyCrisp. Don't overmix the batter for chewy texture. You can adjust glaze sweetness with less powdered sugar.

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