Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of warm, spiced flavors with these Decadent Apple Cinnamon Blondies topped with a luscious Maple Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, these blondies combine the sweetness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon to create a treat that is both comforting and satisfying. The rich frosting adds an extra layer of indulgence, making these bars a standout dessert option. Whether served warm, chilled, or at room temperature, they are sure to impress anyone who tries them.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in diced apples and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with maple cream cheese icing made by mixing softened cream cheese, butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider including chopped walnuts or pecans. Substitute apples with pears for a different twist on this recipe. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.