Apple Brownies
If you’re searching for easy desserts that capture the flavors of fall, these Apple Brownies are the perfect treat. Soft, chewy, and filled with warm cinnamon-spiced apples, they’re a cozy twist on classic brownies.
Ingredients
Batter
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 113 g unsalted butter, melted
- 200 g light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 180 g chopped fresh apples peeled or unpeeled
Optional Add-ins
- 60 g chopped walnuts or pecans
- 40 g raisins or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Step 1 – Prepare the baking dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. - Step 2 – Mix the dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. - Step 3 – Combine wet ingredients
In a separate large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. - Step 4 – Add apples
Fold in the chopped apples. The mixture will look thick and chunky, which is exactly what you want. - Step 5 – Combine everything
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. If using nuts or dried fruit, fold them in now. - Step 6 – Bake
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Step 7 – Cool and serve
Allow the apple brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Choose the right apples like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith. Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture. For extra variation, try adding white chocolate chips, oats, or drizzling caramel on top.
Flavor Variations:
• Caramel Apple – drizzle caramel sauce on top.
• Swirl – add a cinnamon sugar swirl.
• Frosted – top with cream cheese frosting.
• Oat version – add 1/4 cup rolled oats.
• Apple-Pear – replace half the apples with pears. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with ice cream, coffee, or cider. Great for lunchboxes, holiday platters, or afternoon treats. Storage:
Room temp: up to 3 days. Fridge: up to 5 days. Freezer: up to 2 months wrapped individually.
• Caramel Apple – drizzle caramel sauce on top.
• Swirl – add a cinnamon sugar swirl.
• Frosted – top with cream cheese frosting.
• Oat version – add 1/4 cup rolled oats.
• Apple-Pear – replace half the apples with pears. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with ice cream, coffee, or cider. Great for lunchboxes, holiday platters, or afternoon treats. Storage:
Room temp: up to 3 days. Fridge: up to 5 days. Freezer: up to 2 months wrapped individually.