Maple Glazed Apple Blondies – As autumn arrives we welcome the breeze and golden foliage with wide arms and a batch of delightful Maple Glazed Apple Blondies. These heavenly bars bring together the sweetness of apples the richness of a buttery blondie and the indulgence of a decadent maple glaze. It’s the dessert that captures the essence of fall in every heavenly bite. Within this recipe lies not instructions but a heartwarming tale of comfort and love baked into a pan.
I still remember that chilly October evening when I first baked these Maple Glazed Apple Blondies. The aroma of cinnamon. Baked apples filled my kitchen creating an inviting atmosphere. The joy, in my husband’s and little ones’ eyes as they sneakily tasted them was priceless. This recipe quickly became a family favorite always requested at gatherings bringing us all together in laughter-filled moments spent baking with love.
What makes this Maple Glazed Apple Blondies truly special?
What makes these Maple Glazed Apple Blondies special is their tribute to the autumn season embodied in every tender square. They pay homage to homemade treats, from days gone by with their apple filling and a rich maple glaze that provides both comfort and decadence. Whether you indulge in them at a gathering or savor them alone with a comforting cup of coffee these blondies offer a mix of adaptability and comfort. Their allure doesn’t just stem from their taste. Also, the way they evoke nostalgic feelings of family kitchens filled with love as the essential ingredient.
What You Need To Make This Maple Glazed Apple Blondies Recipe?
All-Purpose Flour: When it comes to making blondies we need a base and all-purpose flour is perfect, for that. It provides a canvas for the flavors we’re going to add.
Baking Powder: To make our blondies rise beautifully and have a texture we rely on baking powder as our secret ingredient. It works like magic!
Salt: A touch of salt is all we need to enhance the sweetness and bring out the flavors in our blondies. It adds a background note.
Butter: Now let’s talk about butter – it’s crucial to use the quality butter you can find. We want it creamy and rich because that’s what gives our blondies their melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Sugars: In terms of sweetness, we have two sugar heroes here. Granulated sugar provides the element while dark brown sugar adds depth with its molasses notes. Together they create that signature caramel undertone in every blondie.
Eggs: Eggs play a role as binding agents in our recipe. They ensure that all the ingredients come together harmoniously.
Vanilla Extract: For a touch of flavor we add vanilla extract – it’s, like capturing the essence of every comforting dessert you’ve ever enjoyed.
Cinnamon: Last but not least cinnamon. This special spice adds a touch of magic, to a gathering; it’s what grabs people’s attention and makes them curious asking, “What’s that incredible flavor?”
Apples: The main attraction. Opt for apples that retain their distinctiveness when baked, ones that strike the balance between tart and sweet—an embodiment of a crisp autumn day captured in fruit.
Maple Syrup: Not all heroes wear capes and pure maple syrup quietly plays the role of hero here. It’s the drizzle that adorns our blondies with a hint of New England allure.
Powdered Sugar: This is like stepping into a dream or indulging in the glaze. It’s the blanket that delicately envelops our bars creating a canvas, for maple syrup to take center stage.
Steps To Make Maple Glazed Apple Blondies:
Step 1: Let’s start by preheating our oven to that sweet spot of 350°F. Grab your trusty 11×7 pan and line it with foil or give it a good spritz of cooking spray.
Step 2: Now, let’s get the apple filling going. Over a med-low flame, let those apples simmer with the sugar and butter, just until they’re tender and fragrant. Once done, take it off the heat and let it whisper its secrets to the cool air.
Step 3: For the blondies, let’s get that butter whipped up until it’s as fluffy as a cloud, then rain in the sugars until you’ve got a sweet storm brewing. Crack in those eggs, one by one, as if you’re unlocking the gates to flavor town with each addition.
Step 4: Now, splash in the salt and vanilla extract, and give it a good mix. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon like you’re casting a spell. Combine the two mixtures, and you’ve got your blondie batter ready to go.
Step 5: In your prepared pan, spread half the batter down like a cozy blanket, then layer on that apple mixture. Top it off with the rest of the batter, and smooth it out like you’re tucking it in for a nap.
Step 6: Pop it in the oven and bake until it’s golden and glorious. Let’s say about 25-30 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out like it went in on a sunny day – clean.
Step 7: While those blondies cool a touch, let’s make that glaze. Melt together butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon. Once it’s one happy family, sift in the powdered sugar and whisk it into the fold. Give it some time to thicken up, like a good plot.
Step 8: After a brief rest, drizzle those bars with glaze like you’re painting a masterpiece. And there you have it—Maple Glazed Apple Blondies that are as good to look at as they are to eat!
Tip:
Here’s a creative twist to take your Maple Glazed Apple Blondies up a notch – try browning the butter before incorporating it into the blondie batter. Browning butter is a technique that involves cooking it beyond its melting point resulting in a fragrant caramelized flavor. It adds a layer of taste that perfectly complements the apples and cinnamon.
Here’s how you can do it:
- Cut the butter into pieces. Place it in a light-colored pan so you can easily monitor its color.
- Melt the butter, over medium heat gently swirling the pan every now and then.
- Keep an eye on the transformation process as the butter starts foaming and changes from a lemony shade to a toasty brown hue. Those little brown bits that form at the bottom are like hidden treasures of flavor!
- Once you’ve achieved an aroma and reached that desirable toasty brown color remove the pan from heat right away to prevent any burning.
- Let it cool slightly before using it according to your recipe instructions.
This simple yet elegant technique not only enhances the complexity of flavors. Also makes for an interesting topic of conversation when you share these delightful treats, with friends and family!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use any type of apple?
Of course! You can use any type of apple you prefer. It’s necessary to cite that different apples have variable levels of sweetness or tartness so select the one that suits your preference.
What if I don’t have pure maple syrup?
If you have pure maple syrup I suggest using it for an authentic flavor. However, if you don’t have it on hand a maple-flavored syrup can be used as a substitute, in a pinch.
Can these blondies be frozen?
Absolutely! These blondies freeze well. Just make sure they’ve cooled down completely before wrapping them up and placing them in the freezer.
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Maple Glazed Apple Blondies
Ingredients
Blondies:
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 c butter softened
- 1/4 c granulated sugar
- 1 c dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Apple Filling:
- 2 large apples chopped finely
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Maple Glaze:
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 c pure maple syrup
- 1/2 c powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get an 11x7 inch baking pan and line it with foil or use cooking spray.
For the Apple Filling:
- Combine apples, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of butter, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for about 3 to 4 minutes. Take it off the heat. Let it cool down.
For the Blondies:
- In a mixing bowl beat together until 1 cup of butter. Add in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of sugar and mix well.
- Add in the eggs one at a time followed by adding in 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
- In another bowl whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour along with adding in 1 teaspoon of baking powder and finally adding in half a teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until they are just combined.
- Spread half of the blondie batter onto the pan. Layer it with the apple filling. Finally, top it off with the remaining batter. Spread it out evenly.
- Bake, for 25 to 30 minutes. Until you notice that the top has turned golden brown. When you insert a tester into it comes out clean.
To make the Maple Glaze:
- In a saucepan melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1/4 cup of pure maple syrup, 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch (about 1/8 teaspoon) of cinnamon. Take it off the heat.
- Add in 1/2 cup of sugar by sifting it in and whisk until you get a slightly thickened consistency. Let it cool for 8 to 10 minutes to thicken up a bit.
- Drizzle the glaze, over the cooled blondies. Wait for the glaze to set before cutting them into bars.
- Enjoy your Maple Glazed Apple Blondies!
Notes
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