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Cozy Brown Butter Apple Blondies Recipe with Cinnamon Walnuts Perfect for Fall

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These cozy brown butter apple blondies combine the rich nuttiness of browned butter with tender apple chunks and a cinnamon brown sugar walnut topping, making a perfect fall treat that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, browned until golden and nutty
  • 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 2 medium) fresh apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 3/4 cup (90 g) chopped walnuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped walnuts (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as the butter melts, foams, and then begins to brown. Look for a golden amber color and a nutty aroma, about 5 to 7 minutes. Immediately transfer the browned butter to a heatproof bowl to prevent burning. Let it cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the apples: While the butter cools, peel and dice about 1 1/2 cups of apples (roughly 2 medium-sized apples). Set aside. Toast 3/4 cup (90 g) walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant, stirring often. Let cool.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. Combine sugars and eggs: In a large bowl, add 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar and 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar. Pour in the slightly cooled browned butter and stir until combined. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. The mixture should be smooth and glossy.
  5. Fold in dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing — a few streaks of flour are okay.
  6. Add apples and walnuts: Fold in the diced apples and toasted walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped walnuts.
  8. Assemble and bake: Pour the batter into a parchment-lined 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) pan and smooth the surface. Sprinkle the cinnamon brown sugar walnut topping evenly over the batter. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool and serve: Let the blondies cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares. This helps set the texture and makes cutting easier.

Notes

Use a light-colored pan for browning butter to monitor color changes. Pat apples dry if they release too much moisture. Watch oven closely after 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter. Nut-free option: omit walnuts or replace with pumpkin seeds. Vegan adaptation: use plant-based butter and flax eggs.

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