Classic Caramel Apple Blondies for Fall
These delicious blondies combine the classic flavors of fall with diced apples and a rich caramel swirl. They are a perfect treat for the autumn season, offering a moist and chewy texture.
Equipment
- Oven
- 8x8-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Knife or skewer
- Toothpick
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 eggs large
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce plus more for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry and wet ingredients, mixing until just combined without overmixing.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Drizzle ½ cup of caramel sauce over the batter and swirl it in with a knife or skewer.
- Bake for 28-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before lifting and slicing for best results.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter. For cleaner cuts and better texture, ensure the blondies cool completely in the pan before slicing.