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Cozy Brown Butter Apple Cinnamon Blondies with Caramel Swirl

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These blondies combine nutty brown butter, warm cinnamon, tender apple chunks, and a luscious caramel swirl for a cozy, easy-to-make dessert perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large fresh apple, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1 cup (227g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and begins to brown—look for a nutty aroma and amber color (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat immediately to avoid burning. Pour into a bowl and let cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  2. Mix sugars and eggs: Stir in 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup light brown sugar into the browned butter. Whisk until smooth and combined. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Fold dry into wet: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Add apples: Fold in 1 cup peeled, diced fresh apples.
  6. Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Pour half the batter into the pan and smooth the surface.
  7. Add caramel swirl: Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the caramel gently through the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top, smooth it out, then swirl the remaining caramel on the surface.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool and serve: Let the blondies cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Fold dry ingredients gently to prevent tough blondies. Use tart apples like Granny Smith for balance. Swirl caramel in slow figure-eight motions for best texture. Tent with foil if caramel bubbles too much after 20 minutes of baking.

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