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    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Apple Blondies with Whiskey Glaze

    Published: Sep 22, 2022 by Eileen Kelly

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    These Apple Blondies with Whiskey Glaze are the perfect fall treat! Made with fresh apples and a hint of whiskey, they’re moist, delicious, and totally addicting. If you’re looking for a show-stopping fall dessert, look no further than this easy apple blondies recipe.

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    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • A handheld dessert that is packed with fall flavors.
    • Chewy apple bars that your guests will rave about.
    • The whiskey glaze is optional, but it really takes these blondies to the next level.

    Ingredients

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    Apple Filling

    • light brown sugar
    • ground cinnamon
    • pure vanilla extract
    • chopped apples
    • chopped pecans

    Blondie Ingredients

    • all-purpose flour
    • baking soda
    • Kosher salt
    • unsalted butter
    • white granulated sugar
    • ground cinnamon
    • light brown sugar
    • large eggs
    • pure vanilla extract

    Whiskey Maple Glaze

    • confectioners sugar
    • whiskey
    • whole milk
    • ground cinnamon

    Equipment

    • 9x13 inch casserole dish
    • Parchment Paper
    • Whisk
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups

    Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F/177°C. Line a 9" x13" baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
    step by step ingredients to make apple blondies

    Apple Filling

    1. In a medium mixing bowl combine apple ingredients together, light brown sugar, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, chopped apples, and chopped pecans. Set aside.

    Prepare the batter

    1. In a medium size mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
    2. Use a stand mixer with paddles attached or a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer with beaters attached, cream together, unsalted butter, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined, about 5 minutes.
    3. Gradually beat in the dry ingredients until a batter forms.
    4. Fold in the apple mixture to combine the ingredients.
    5. Spread the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    6. Allow the blondies to cool slightly while making the glaze.

    Whiskey Glaze

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk all the glaze ingredients together, the confectioner's sugar, whiskey, milk, and white sugar until combined and smooth. Spread evenly over the blondies and allow the glaze to harden.
    2. Slice and enjoy on their own or top with your favorite ice cream and whipped cream.

    How to store, reheat, and freeze

    • Store apple blondies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
    • Reheat apple blondies in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm.
    • You can also freeze apple blondies, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.

    Expert Tips

    Expert Tip: I recommend using an apple that is good for baking. Gala, Braeburn, or Honeycrisp are all good options for baking.

    • If you want to cut the brownies easily and evenly line your baking dish with parchment paper so that you have plenty of overlap on the sides to remove them.
    • Be careful not to overmix the batter. You want to mix it until just combined. Overmixing can cause tough blondie.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between a brownie and a blondie?

    A blondie is a type of bar cookie or brownie that is made with brown sugar or molasses and without chocolate. They are sometimes called "blonde brownies" or "yellow brownies".

    How do I know when the blondies are done baking?

    You will know the blondies are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

    Are blondies supposed to be gooey?

    Yes, your apple blondies should be gooey in the center.

    Variations

    Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.

    • If you are not a fan of nuts you can leave them out of the apple blondies.
    • Sweetened coconut flakes can be added to the apple filling for additional flavor and texture.
    • When making the glaze you can leave the whiskey out altogether or use whiskey extract for the same flavor if you want to make this easy blondie recipe kid-friendly.
    • A cream cheese frosting or glaze would also taste amazing on these if you want to try something different.
    A white plate on a red and white striped linen with a stack of blondies with chopped apples on it.

    Serving Suggestions

    • Chicken Tortilla Soup is a hearty meal that's filled with protein and comforting flavors. Making it perfect to enjoy on a cool fall day.
    • Nothing goes better with a hearty soup like rolls. And, these Quick and Easy Dinner Rolls are not only simple to make, but they are the perfect side dish to serve with the rolls.
    • Are you looking for a fresh salad to serve with your meal? If so, then look no further than this Apple Walnut Salad. It's the perfect blend of fresh and fall flavors. You won't regret making this fresh dish.

    Similar recipes

    • These Apple Brownies are rich, moist, and loaded with apples. They have a hint of cinnamon and a nice crunch from pecans. They are the perfect fall treat that your family and friends will devour quickly.
    • This Caramel Apple Pie recipe has a flaky crust, an apple pie filling, and pretzel topping. It's a tasty blend of sweet and salty. This crave-worthy treat is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.
    • Copycat Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are seared in mouthwatering melted butter and cinnamon mixture making them the best fall side dish to serve with your holiday meals.

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    Apple blondies stacked on a white plate.

    Apple Brownies with Whiskey Glaze

    Delicious blondies made with apples and topped with a whiskey glaze are a decadently delicious dessert.
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    Course: Baking, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: apple blondies, apple blondies recipe, apple blondies with whiskey glaze
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    cooling time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 blondies
    Calories: 498kcal
    Author: Eileen Kelly

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    Equipment Needed:

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    • 9x13 inch casserole dish
    • Parchment Paper
    • Whisk
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups

    Ingredients

    Apple Filling

    • 2 Tablespoons light brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 2 cups chopped apples Note 1
    • 1 ½ cup chopped pecans

    Blondie Ingredients

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
    • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 cup light brown sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Whiskey Maple Glaze

    • 1 ½ cups confectioners sugar
    • ¼ cup whiskey
    • 2 Tablespoons whole milk
    • 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon

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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F/177°C. Line a 9" x13" baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

    Apple Filling

    • In a medium mixing bowl combine apple ingredients together, light brown sugar, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, chopped apples, and chopped pecans. Set aside.

    Prepare the batter

    • In a medium size mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
    • Use a stand mixer with paddles attached or a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer with beaters attached, cream together, unsalted butter, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined, about 5 minutes.
    • Gradually beat in the dry ingredients until a batter forms.
    • Fold in the apple mixture to combine the ingredients.
    • Spread the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    • Allow the blondies to cool slightly while making the glaze.

    Whiskey Glaze

    • In a medium bowl, whisk all the glaze ingredients together, the confectioner's sugar, whiskey, milk, and white sugar until combined and smooth. Spread evenly over the blondies and allow the glaze to harden.
    • Slice and enjoy on their own or top with your favorite ice cream and whipped cream.

    NOTES

    Note 1: Use a good baking apple such as Gala, Braeburn, Honeycrisp, or Golden Delicious are a few tasty options. 
    Note 2: For the whiskey, any of your favorites can be used such as Jameson, Makers Mark, or even Cinnamon Whiskey. If a non-alcoholic glaze is preferred, use 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract or rum extract. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1blondie | Calories: 498kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 543IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg
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