Apple Blondies with Cinnamon (Printable Version)

Soft apple blondies with cinnamon and nutmeg create a warm, comforting treat.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Fruits and Spices

01 - 1 medium apple
02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (divided)
03 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Dry Ingredients

04 - 141 grams all-purpose flour
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 156 grams packed light brown sugar

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 112 grams unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a 20x20 cm pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal or alternatively lightly grease the pan.
02 - Peel and core the apple, then cut into small chunks resulting in approximately 180 to 240 ml (3/4 to 1 cup). Toss the apple pieces with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and set aside. Use no more than 1 cup of chopped apple.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and no pools of butter remain.
05 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, whisking until fully incorporated.
06 - Stir the dry ingredient blend into the wet mixture, mixing until no streaks or lumps of flour remain.
07 - Gently fold the cinnamon-coated apple chunks into the batter until evenly distributed.
08 - Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the surface evenly. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
09 - Allow to cool completely. Lift blondies out using the parchment overhang if lined; otherwise, slice directly in the pan once cooled.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Select tart apple varieties such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for optimal flavor.
02 - Use melted butter at room temperature to prevent partially cooking the egg during mixing.
03 - Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft and fudgy texture.

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