Decadent Apple Cinnamon Blondies with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful blend of flavors found in these Decadent Apple Cinnamon Blondies with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these soft and chewy blondies feature tender apples and a luscious maple-infused cream cheese frosting that elevates this sweet treat to new heights. Whether you’re enjoying them at a family gathering or as a cozy dessert at home, these blondies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 grease 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 the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples and nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow blondies to cool before frosting with maple cream cheese icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg