Description
Delightfully moist and flavorful apple blondies made with tender apple chunks, warm spices, and a buttery brown sugar base. These easy-to-make blondies are perfect for a cozy dessert or snack, offering a delicious balance of sweetness and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (142 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled (1 stick or 113 g)
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed (200 g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Fruits
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch squares
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch by 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined. This ensures the spices and leavener are well distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted and cooled unsalted butter with the packed light brown sugar for about 2 minutes until well blended. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently and just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender. Small pockets of flour remaining are acceptable.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter to add texture and flavor.
- Bake: Transfer the thick batter to the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top lightly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, ensuring they are cooked through but moist.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares. Serve and enjoy this spiced apple treat!
Notes
- For best results, use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, which hold their texture and flavor well during baking.
- When mixing in the flour, it’s okay to leave small pockets of flour as these disappear when the apples are folded in.
- Store leftover blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 82mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
