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Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze.

Irresistible Brown Butter Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

Deliciously gooey Brown Butter Apple Blondies with a sweet Cinnamon Maple Glaze, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Substitute unsalted butter if desired.
  • 1 cup Apple Butter Can be store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Replace with granulated sugar if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure they’re at room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated yields stronger flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can substitute with regular table salt.
  • 2 cups Honeycrisp Apples Any tart apple may be used.
For the Cinnamon Maple Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Can be substituted with honey or agave.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Optional finishing touch.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the salted butter in a medium pot over medium heat, stirring for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in the apple butter and light brown sugar, mix until incorporated, then allow to cool slightly.
  4. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth, then combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
  5. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients carefully until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Toss diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, then spread the mixture on top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness, then let cool.
  9. Prepare the glaze by browning more salted butter and stirring in maple syrup and powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the warm glaze over the cooled blondies and let it set before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze without the glaze for up to 3 months.

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