Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies Recipe
Delight in these irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies, featuring soft, cinnamon-spiced blondies studded with diced apples and topped with a luscious maple glaze. Perfectly moist with a tender crumb, these blondies are a comforting dessert that combines classic autumn flavors with a sweet, glossy finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 blondie squares 1x
- Category: Bars
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 thoroughly 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 this mixture aside.
- 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, then stir in the vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is homogeneous.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender.
- Add the apples: Fold the diced apples gently into the batter using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them down.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. 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 the powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle the glaze: Once the blondies have cooled for about 10 minutes after baking, drizzle the maple glaze evenly over the top for a beautiful finish.
- Serve: Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes, then cut the blondies into squares and serve. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Use firm apple varieties such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture that holds up during baking.
- Do not overmix the batter; mix only until ingredients are combined to avoid dense blondies.
- Allow the blondies to cool properly before slicing to ensure clean, neat cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie square (approx. 2.5 x 2.5 inches)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
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