Description
Deliciously moist and flavorful Apple Brownies featuring tender baking apples and a rich brown sugar batter, perfect for a cozy dessert or snack. These brownies have a soft texture balanced with the slight crunch of chopped nuts, topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 2/3 cup butter or margarine
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling and Garnish
- 1 1/2 cups baking apple, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 1/2 cup nuts, chopped (optional garnish)
- Powdered sugar (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature when your batter is ready.
- Prepare Pan: Grease a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan with butter or margarine to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the brownies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter or margarine and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined to create a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Lower the mixer speed to low and gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; mix just until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
- Fold in Apples and Nuts: Using a spatula, gently stir in the chopped baking apples and nuts if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the brownies turn a light brown color and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Garnish: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before dusting generously with powdered sugar if desired, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Ensure the brownies cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
