Description
Maple Glazed Apple Blondies are a delightful fall dessert featuring tender chunks of apple, warm cinnamon, and a sweet maple glaze. These blondies are soft and chewy with a perfect balance of autumn flavors, making them a comforting treat perfect for cozy gatherings or a seasonal snack.
Ingredients
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 to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or grease it carefully 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. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate larger bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter with the packed brown sugar until smooth and well combined. Add the two large eggs and vanilla extract, whisking continuously until the mixture is fully blended and glossy.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently but thoroughly until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain the blondies' tender texture.
- Add the apples: Using a spatula, gently fold the diced apples into the batter to distribute them evenly without breaking them down.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared 9×9-inch pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Make the maple glaze: While the blondies bake, whisk together powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle the glaze: After removing the blondies from the oven, allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, gently drizzle the maple glaze over the warm blondies for a shiny, flavorful finish.
- Serve: Allow the blondies to cool completely before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy this comforting fall treat!
Notes
- Use firm apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture retention during baking.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense, tough blondies; mix only until ingredients are combined.
- Allow blondies to cool before slicing to ensure clean, neat squares.
