Apple Cinnamon Blondies: Easy Recipe for Cozy Treats (Print Version)
Apple Cinnamon Blondies bring warmth and comfort. This easy recipe promises chewy, spiced blondies, perfect for any cozy moment. My family's favorite!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 16 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Blondie Base
01 -
Unsalted Butter
02 -
Light Brown Sugar
03 -
Granulated Sugar
04 -
Large Eggs
05 -
Vanilla Extract
06 -
All-Purpose Flour
07 -
Baking Powder
08 -
Salt
→ Flavor & Texture Boosters
09 -
Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), finely diced
10 -
Ground Cinnamon
11 -
Ground Nutmeg
→ Optional Mix-ins
12 -
Chopped Walnuts or Pecans
13 -
White Chocolate Chips
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. This is my absolute favorite trick for easy removal later. I can't tell you how many times I've forgotten this step and ended up with a crumbled mess trying to get them out. Don't be like me, learn from my oops moments!
02 -
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt your unsalted butter until it's just melted, not boiling. Or, if you're feeling fancy, do it on the stovetop. Pour the melted butter into a large mixing bowl. Add the light brown sugar and granulated sugar, then whisk them together until everything is smooth and glossy. It should look like a rich, golden syrup, and honestly, the smell is already incredible.
03 -
Now, whisk in those room temperature eggs, one at a time, until each is fully incorporated. Then, stir in the vanilla extract. Make sure everything is well combined; you want that smooth, unified base for your Apple Cinnamon Blondies. This step is where you build the foundation, so take your time, okay? You'll see the batter start to lighten a bit in color, which is a good sign!
04 -
In a separate bowl, whisk together your all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Give it a good whisk to make sure everything is evenly distributed. This prevents pockets of baking powder in your final blondie, which, trust me, isn't a fun surprise. I've been there, thinking I could skip this and regretting it!
05 -
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until *just* combined. Seriously, stop as soon as you don't see any dry streaks of flour. Overmixing develops gluten, and we want chewy blondies, not tough ones! Gently fold in your finely diced apples and any optional mix-ins like nuts or white chocolate chips.
06 -
Pour the batter into your prepared 9x13 inch pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Pop it into your preheated oven and bake for 28-32 minutes. The edges should be set and lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter. Remember, blondies are meant to be gooey, so don't overbake! The whole kitchen will smell like autumn, I promise.
# Notes:
01 -
Always use room temperature eggs for a smoother, more emulsified batter. I learned this the hard way after getting curdled batter.
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These Apple Cinnamon Blondies store beautifully in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for a week.
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If you don't have Granny Smith, Honeycrisp or Fuji apples work well too, offering a slightly sweeter blondie.
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A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top right after baking really enhances the flavors and adds a pretty sparkle!
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
9x13 inch baking pan
02 -
parchment paper
03 -
large mixing bowls
04 -
whisk
05 -
spatula
06 -
measuring cups and spoons.
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 250 kcal
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 3g