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Apple Cinnamon Blondies Recipe

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Delightfully moist and tender apple blondies infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for a cozy dessert or sweet snack. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery brown sugar batter for a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced into small chunks (about 3/4 to 1 cup)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (141 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus an additional 1/2 teaspoon for tossing apples)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (112 grams), melted
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (156 grams), packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang on the sides to easily lift the blondies later, or alternatively, lightly grease the pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apple into small chunks, measuring about 3/4 to 1 cup. Toss the apple pieces with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to evenly coat them and set aside. Be careful not to use more than 1 cup of chopped apple to maintain proper texture.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside for later.
  4. Combine Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and light brown sugar vigorously until the mixture is uniform and pools of butter are no longer visible, ensuring an even distribution of fat and sweetness.
  5. Add Egg and Vanilla: Whisk the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter base.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until no lumps or streaks of flour remain, making sure to mix just enough to combine.
  7. Fold in Apples: Gently fold the cinnamon-coated apples into the batter, spreading them evenly without overmixing to preserve their texture.
  8. Fill the Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer for uniform baking.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes. The blondies are done when the top appears set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool and Slice: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan. If you used parchment paper, lift the blondies out using the paper overhang and transfer to a cutting board for slicing. If the pan was greased, slice the blondies directly in the pan.

Notes

  • Do not use more than 1 cup of chopped apple to keep the blondies from getting too wet.
  • Using parchment paper for lining the pan makes removing the blondies easier and cleaner.
  • Ensure the melted butter and brown sugar are well combined to avoid greasy pockets in the batter.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking and maintain moistness.
  • These blondies store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer keeping.

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