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Apple Brownies

Deliciously Chewy Apple Brownies for Cozy Fall Nights

Indulge in delightful Apple Brownies—rich, chewy edges and soft, apple-filled centers perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature for easy creaming
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for light texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warm spice
Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped Apples Tart and sweet varieties like Granny Smith or Honey Crisp
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Pecan Pieces Can swap in walnuts

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • small skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish with baking spray or parchment paper.
  2. Toast the pecan pieces in a small skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. Peel, core, and chop the apples into 1/2-inch cubes, using about 1 cup.
  4. Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  5. Sift in flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
  7. Spread the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

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