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Moist & Chewy Apple Brownies with Pecans

A moist square of apple brownies topped with pecans and a white icing drizzle, showing chunks of apple inside.
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Bake these thick, chewy blondie bars packed with tart apple pieces and toasted pecans. They offer a comforting, spiced flavor perfect for fall baking or as a Thanksgiving dessert alternative.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup chopped fresh apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • Optional Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon maple extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans gently with a spatula.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
  10. For the optional maple glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and maple extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled brownies before serving.

Notes

  • Use tart apples for the best flavor contrast against the sweet batter.
  • Toasting the pecans beforehand deepens their flavor.
  • These bars are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the white sugar with an equal amount of packed dark brown sugar.

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