Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Decadent Apple Cinnamon Blondies with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting. This easy-to-make dessert brings together the comforting tastes of tender apples and warm cinnamon, all topped with a rich maple cream cheese frosting that elevates every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations, these blondies are sure to please both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this treat in no time, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Sink your teeth into these moist, cake-like bars and experience the irresistible combination of sweet and spiced goodness.
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 (about 2 medium 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) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Fold in diced apples and optional nuts until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add maple syrup and vanilla; mix until smooth then gradually add powdered sugar.
- Once cooled, frost the blondies evenly, cut into squares, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute diced apples with pears or peaches for a different flavor twist. To enhance richness, consider adding chocolate chips to the batter before baking. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.