Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies Recipe
These Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies combine moist, tender blondie bars packed with warm cinnamon-spiced apples and a luscious maple glaze drizzled on top. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a sweet afternoon treat, this recipe balances the rich flavors of brown sugar and butter with the natural sweetness of fresh apples and pure maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 blondie squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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) and prepare a 9×9-inch square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it well 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 melted unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together until smooth and combined. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking again until the mixture is fully incorporated and silky.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender.
- Add the apples: Using a spatula, gently fold in the diced apples evenly throughout the batter to ensure every blondie has delicious pieces of apple.
- Bake: 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 or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Make the 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 creamy.
- Drizzle the glaze: After removing the blondies from the oven, let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, drizzle the maple glaze evenly over the top for a sweet, glossy finish.
- Serve: Once fully cooled, cut the blondies into squares and serve. Enjoy these delightful treats with your favorite warm beverage or as a dessert.
Notes
- Use crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor contrast in the blondies.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to avoid dense blondies; mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Let the blondies cool slightly before glazing so the glaze sets nicely without melting away.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a plant-based margarine and verify powdered sugar is vegan.
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