Description
These Apple Brownies with Maple Glaze are the ultimate fall dessert. With chewy apple-packed brownies topped with a rich maple glaze, they’re a hit at any gathering. Learn the secrets to perfecting this seasonal treat with our easy step-by-step recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Base Recipe:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- For the Maple Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl, whisking until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the blondies cool completely.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup and bring to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the cooled blondies, spreading evenly. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min