Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies Recipe
These Irresistible Maple Glazed Apple Blondies combine tender, buttery blondie bars with sweet diced apples and a luscious maple glaze, perfect for a cozy dessert or afternoon treat. The warm cinnamon flavor and maple syrup drizzle elevate classic blondies into a fall-inspired favorite everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 16 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). 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. Set this mixture aside.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter and brown sugar together until smooth and well combined. Then add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the blondies tender.
- Add the apples: Fold in the diced apples gently using a spatula to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
- Bake: Pour the blondie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 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 powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle the glaze: Once the blondies have cooled in the pan for about 10 minutes, drizzle the maple glaze generously over the top.
- Serve: Allow the glaze to set slightly, then slice the blondies into squares and serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
Notes
- You can substitute the diced apples with pears for a different fruity twist.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith to balance the sweetness.
- Ensure the butter is fully melted but not hot when mixing with sugar to avoid cooking the eggs.
- Store leftover blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil.
Keywords: Maple glazed blondies, apple blondies, cinnamon blondies, fall dessert, maple syrup dessert, moist apple blondies
