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melized Apples and Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

melized Apples and Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Delight in these Cinnamon Blondies featuring rich browned butter, warm spices, caramelized apples, and a luscious cream cheese frosting sweetened with maple syrup. This dessert combines a tender, buttery blondie base with soft cinnamon-spiced apples and a creamy, tangy frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Blondies

  • 1 cup browned butter
  • 1 2/3 cups brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Caramelized Apples

  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 box (8 oz) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the Blondie Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture.
  3. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet batter mixture, mixing gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
  4. Prepare the Apples: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the peeled and chopped apples along with the ground cinnamon. Cook the apples, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, until they soften and develop a light caramelized color and aroma.
  5. Bake the Blondies: Pour the blondie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Spread the caramelized apples evenly over the top of the batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the blondies are fully baked.
  6. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: While the blondies are baking, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese and unsalted butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup, continuing to beat the frosting until it is fluffy and fully combined.
  7. Cool and Frost the Blondies: Once the blondies have finished baking, allow them to cool completely in the pan to set properly. After cooling, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top, creating a smooth, rich layer of frosting.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the blondies into squares and serve. Enjoy the perfect combination of spiced blondies, tender caramelized apples, and creamy cinnamon-maple frosting for a delicious dessert treat.

Notes

  • For best results, use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture after caramelizing.
  • Allow the blondies to cool fully before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Browned butter can be made by gently heating butter until golden and fragrant, then cooling slightly before using.
  • You can store leftover blondies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Feel free to add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the blondie batter for extra texture and flavor.

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Keywords: cinnamon blondies, caramelized apples, cream cheese frosting, spiced blondies, dessert bars, fall dessert, maple frosting

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