Description
Delight in these Maple Glazed Apple Blondies, a perfect fall treat combining moist, cinnamon-spiced blondies loaded with tender diced apples and topped with a luscious maple glaze. Ideal for cozy autumn gatherings or a sweet seasonal snack.
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 and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or grease it thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until smooth. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking again until fully incorporated and uniform.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies tender.
- Add Apples: Fold in the diced apples carefully using a spatula to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake the Blondies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Maple Glaze: While the blondies bake, whisk together powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Glaze the Blondies: Once baked, remove the blondies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then drizzle the prepared maple glaze evenly over the top.
- Serve: Slice the blondies into 16 squares and enjoy your delicious fall-inspired treat!
Notes
- Use tart or sweet apples like Granny Smith or Fuji for a balance of flavor and texture.
- Ensure the melted butter is not too hot when mixing with eggs to avoid cooking them.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the blondies soft and moist.
- The glaze can be adjusted for sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar or maple syrup as preferred.
- Store leftover blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
