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Chewy Caramel Apple Spice Blondies

These Chewy Caramel Apple Spice Blondies are the perfect balance of warm spices, caramel sweetness, and crisp apples, providing comfort and joy in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use high-quality cream butter.
  • 2 cups brown sugar Provides caramel-like sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs For structure.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For warmth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg For seasonal flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Add-ins
  • 1 cup diced apples Adds freshness.
  • 1 cup caramel sauce For drizzling.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Optional, for crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove it from the heat and stir in the brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to your wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  3. Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts, if using them.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  2. Drizzle caramel sauce over the batter and swirl it in gently with a knife.
  3. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Use a toothpick to check doneness.
Serving
  1. Allow the blondies to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  2. Serve them plain or with a scoop of ice cream.

Notes

Build a warm dessert experience by serving with vanilla ice cream or steeped coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.