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Apple Brownies (Chewy Apple Cinnamon Blondies)

Cozy Apple Brownies: Chewy Apple Cinnamon Blondies Delight

These Apple Brownies are a delightful spin on blondies, featuring chewy textures and the sweet-tart taste of fresh apples and pecans.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cup Butter Replace with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a lower GI option.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Baking soda can be used in half the amount.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg can be a suitable alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt A pinch of sea salt works as well.
For the Fillings
  • 1-2 cups Chopped Apples Fuji, Pink Lady, or Gala apples recommended.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts or almonds can be used instead or omitted.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt ½ cup of butter in a large mixing bowl and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
  4. Sift in 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon; gently stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1-2 cups of chopped apples and ½ cup of chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes, until edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat!

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