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Apple Brownies Recipe

Apple Brownies Recipe
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Delight in these moist and flavorful Apple Brownies, a perfect blend of tender apples, crunchy toasted pecans, and warm cinnamon spice. This easy-to-make dessert features a buttery, cinnamon-scented batter studded with juicy apple chunks and toasted pecans, baked to a golden brown perfection. Great for a comforting treat, these apple brownies are ideal for serving as a snack, dessert, or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (133 g)
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, salted, room temperature (112 g)
  • 1 cup sugar (200 g)
  • 1 egg

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped apple pieces (100 g)
  • ½ cup toasted pecan pieces (53 g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the correct temperature when the batter is ready to bake.
  2. Toast Pecans: In a small pan over medium heat, toast the pecan pieces until fragrant and slightly browned, about 3-5 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Set them aside to cool.
  3. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks approximately ½ inch in size. This will help the apple pieces integrate well into the batter and provide nice texture.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature butter and sugar. Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy—usually about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add Egg: Crack in the egg and continue mixing until fully incorporated and the batter becomes fluffy again.
  6. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  7. Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  8. Add Apples and Pecans: Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecan pieces gently. The batter will become sticky and slightly wet due to the moisture released by the apples.
  9. Transfer to Baking Dish: Butter an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter in and gently press it down evenly.
  10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter. The top will be golden brown. Baking time varies depending on your oven; it took about 35 minutes for this recipe.
  11. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the apple brownies to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes to set.
  12. Slice and Serve: Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. These brownies pair wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • You can substitute the apples with pears for a slightly different flavor.
  • If you prefer less sweetness, reduce sugar by ¼ cup without a significant impact on texture.
  • Use salted butter as specified for balance; if using unsalted butter, add a pinch more salt to the batter.
  • Make sure not to overbake to keep the brownies moist and tender.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a nut-free version, simply omit the pecans or substitute with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.

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