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Cozy Apple Cinnamon Blondies with Salted Caramel Drizzle

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These cozy apple cinnamon brown butter blondies with salted caramel drizzle are a warm, comforting dessert perfect for busy days or cozy occasions. The brown butter adds a nutty depth while the apples provide freshness and the salted caramel drizzle offers a sweet-salty finish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 medium apples (Fuji or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
  • For the salted caramel drizzle:
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as it melts, then starts to foam and turn golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and pour into a mixing bowl to cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and eggs: Add 1 ½ cups (300 g) packed brown sugar and ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar to the browned butter. Stir until combined and slightly cool. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Fold dry into wet: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Add apples: Fold in the diced apples evenly into the batter.
  6. Prepare baking pan: Line a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Spread the batter evenly in the pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Cool: Let the blondies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack (about 30 minutes).
  9. Make salted caramel drizzle: In a clean saucepan, heat ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar over medium heat, swirling gently until melted and amber in color. Remove from heat and whisk in 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter until smooth. Slowly whisk in ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream (it will bubble). Stir in a pinch of sea salt. Let cool slightly.
  10. Drizzle and serve: Drizzle the salted caramel over the cooled blondies using a spoon or piping bag. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Notes

If apples are juicy, toss them in a tablespoon of flour before folding into batter to prevent sogginess. Avoid overbaking to keep blondies soft and chewy. Watch butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. The caramel drizzle can be made ahead and warmed before serving. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend. For vegan, use vegan butter and flax eggs.

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