Description
Sweet maple syrup and tender apples dance together in maple glazed apple blondies, creating a delightful dessert that embodies autumn’s warmth. Delicate crumb and rich flavors invite you to savor each comforting bite of this irresistible seasonal treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 medium apples
Maple Glaze and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Binding and Leavening Agents:
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy removal.
- Cream softened butter with brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the blondies.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, whisking thoroughly to create a uniform, glossy texture.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to maintain a tender blondie texture.
- Peel and dice apples into small, uniform cubes, gently folding them into the batter to distribute evenly without overmixing.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it smoothly and evenly with a spatula to ensure consistent baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the blondies cool, prepare the maple glaze by whisking maple syrup until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Once completely cooled, drizzle the maple glaze over the blondies, allowing it to set for a few minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweetness and texture in your blondies.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure smoother mixing and a more consistent batter, helping create a tender, evenly baked dessert.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense blondies; stop stirring as soon as dry ingredients are just incorporated.
- Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness without compromising flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg