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Moist, Chewy Apple Brownies with Cinnamon and Pecans

Two moist apple brownies topped with white icing and chopped nuts served on a white plate.
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Make these thick, chewy apple brownies, similar to blondies, packed with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and crunchy pecans. They are a comforting fall dessert alternative to pie.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped tart apples (like Granny Smith)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for optional glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract (for optional glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step is important for texture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
  10. For the optional maple glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and maple extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled brownies.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor contrast against the sweet batter.
  • Toasting the pecans before adding them deepens their flavor in these spiced apple squares.
  • If you skip the glaze, these apple blondies are still moist and delicious on their own.
  • These are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.

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