Description
Soft and chewy apple brownies made with brown sugar, cinnamon, fresh chopped apples, and toasted pecans. A cozy autumn treat that bakes up with a golden crackle on top and warm, buttery flavor throughout.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups dark brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups finely chopped apples (such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady)
3/4 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and dark brown sugar until glossy and smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.
4. Stir in the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans.
6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the edges are set, the center is puffed, and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
8. Let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
9. Serve slightly warm or store as directed.
Notes
Use firm, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
Do not grate the apples—chop them finely to avoid excess moisture.
Toasting the pecans before folding them in brings out their rich flavor and adds crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: apple brownies, fall baking, blondies, apple dessert