Description
Apple brownies are a warm, chewy dessert bar filled with fresh apples, cozy cinnamon, and a dense, brownie-like texture. They’re a perfect fall treat or anytime snack for apple lovers.
Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped apples and nuts, if using.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
- Can substitute half the apples with pears for variation.
- Add a maple glaze or serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a dessert twist.
- Can be made gluten-free with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Store in fridge or freezer for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
