Quick and Easy Apple Brownies (Apple Bars)

Slices of apple brownies are placed in a bowl lined with white parchment paper.

Quick and Easy Apple Brownies (Apple Bars)

Apple brownies are loaded with fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, making them a perfect fall treat. Also known as apple blondies, they’re great for family gatherings or midday sweet cravings!

Course Dessert

Cuisine Western

Keyword apple, apple blondies, apple brownies, apple dessert, bar dessert, fall, Granny Smith apple, walnut

Prep Time 20

Bake time 45

Total Time 1

Servings people

Calories 363

Author Hyegyoung K. Ford

Equipment

9x13 inch baking pan

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
2 cup peeled, cored and chopped apple Granny Smith or other baking apples
1/2 cup walnut chopped
2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Prepare Your Apples and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and/or line it with parchment paper; set aside. Peel and seed the apples, then chop them into small pieces.
Blend Wet Ingredients: In an electric mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed until creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
Add Apples and Nuts: Stir in the chopped apples and walnuts by hand.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the greased and lined pan, and level it with a fork. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown. Cool the brownies on a wired rack completely. Cut into bars to your desired size.
Serving Idea: If you're looking to elevate this indulgent dessert, serve your apple bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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