These soft and chewy Apple Blondies are filled with warm spices, sweet apples, and rich brown butter. Think of these as a cozy mix between brownies and apple cake – perfect for an after-school meal or a simple family dessert.
Why you’ll love these apple blondes:
These Apple Blondies are a deliciously humble little thing. The brown butter adds a deep, nuttiness while the apples keep each piece moist and tender. With simple pantry ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is one you’ll turn to again and again!
- Soft and chewy texture
- Warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavor
- Rich Brown Butter Depth
- Easy One-Pan Dessert
- perfect for sharing
They’re simple, comforting, and full of classic apple flavor.
Best Apple Tips for Blondes:
- Don’t overmix—this keeps the whites soft and fluffy.
- Cut the apples into small, uniform pieces for a uniform texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- Let the whites cool completely before cutting into neat slices.
Easy Variations and Add-ins:
add crunch
- chopped walnuts or pecans
make it extra comfortable
- Add a pinch of cloves or allspice
drizzle it
- Top with a simple vanilla glaze or caramel drizzle
add texture
- Mix White Chocolate Chips
Best Apples to Use:
Choose apples that will keep their shape when cooked:
- Honeycrisp
- granny smith
- Fuji
A mixture of sweet and tart apples works especially well.
Storage Tips:
Room Temperature:
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
refrigerator:
store up to 5 days.
freezer:
Freeze for up to 2 months.
More Apple Recipe Ideas:
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These chewy apple blondies are filled with warm spices, sweet apples, and brown butter – it’s a recipe you’ll turn back to again and again.
Servings: 8
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until it foams, turns golden brown, and begins to smell nutty – about 5-8 minutes. Immediately remove from flame and take out in a bowl.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cancel.
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In a large bowl, cream brown butter and brown sugar together for about 2 minutes. Add egg and vanilla, mix until smooth.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
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Spread the thick batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let cool before cutting into squares.
