Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 45-50 minutes
Yield: 16 squares
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- For the Blondies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Apple Filling:
- 2 large apples, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Maple Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch pan with aluminum foil or grease it with cooking spray.
- Prepare Apple Filling:
- In a pot, combine all the ingredients for the apple filling. Cook over medium-low heat for about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
- Prepare Blondies:
- Cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add in both the granulated and dark brown sugars. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the salt, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and remaining cinnamon. Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Layer the Blondies:
- Spread half of the blondie batter evenly in the prepared pan. The batter will be thick; you can use a spatula or your hands.
- Spread the cooled apple filling over the first layer.
- Top with the remaining blondie batter, spreading it evenly.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, and a cake tester comes out clean.
- Prepare Maple Glaze:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon over low heat. Once melted together, remove from heat.
- Sift in the powdered sugar and whisk until fully combined. Allow the glaze to cool for 8-10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Glaze and Slice:
- Allow the blondies to cool for about 10 minutes. Pour the maple glaze over the top and let it set.
- Once set, slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes:
- These Maple Glazed Apple Blondies are a delightful combination of moist blondies with a sweet apple filling, topped with a luscious maple glaze.
- You can serve them warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
- Customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts or raisins to the apple filling for extra texture and flavor.
Enjoy these indulgent Maple Glazed Apple Blondies that are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
We’d love to hear about your experience making these! Share your stories, photos, or any variations you tried in the comments below. Happy cooking