Decadent Apple Brownies That’ll Steal Your Heart Recipe
These decadent apple brownies combine a moist, spiced batter with fresh apple chunks and toasted pecans for a deliciously heartwarming treat. Perfect for autumn or any time you crave a comforting dessert, these brownies offer a delightful twist on the classic by incorporating fresh fruit and nuts, creating a luscious, tender texture with a hint of cinnamon spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings (9 squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup Butter (salted, room temperature)
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon (adjust to taste)
Mix-ins
- 1 cup Chopped apple pieces (mix of Granny Smith and Honey Crisp)
- 1/2 cup Toasted pecan pieces (or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Toast Pecans: In a small pan over medium heat, toast the pecan pieces for 3–5 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool completely.
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks; set aside for later mixing.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is fluffy and light in color. Then add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon into the wet mixture. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Apples and Pecans: Carefully fold the chopped apples and toasted pecans into the batter to ensure even distribution.
- Bake: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and pressing down gently to level the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 15–30 minutes before slicing into squares to serve.
Notes
- Adjust the cinnamon amount to your taste preference for milder or spicier flavor.
- Use a mix of tart (Granny Smith) and sweet (Honey Crisp) apples to achieve balanced flavor and texture.
- Substitute pecans with walnuts if preferred, and ensure nuts are toasted for enhanced flavor.
- Allow brownies to cool before cutting to get clean slices and to let flavors meld.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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