Maple Glazed Apple Blondies
These rich, chewy blondies are loaded with diced apples and topped with a luscious maple glaze, making them the perfect sweet treat for cozy gatherings or a comforting snack.
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
For the Maple Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or grease it.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the blondies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Allow the blondies to cool for 10 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
These blondies are best served warm, paired with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.