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Apple Brownies

Chewy Apple Brownies with Toasted Pecans for Fall Bliss

These Chewy Apple Brownies are a delightful twist on fall flavors, packed with tart apples, robust pecans, and a hint of cinnamon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Sugar can be reduced to 3/4 cup for lighter touch
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon or pumpkin spice for a twist
  • 2 medium Chopped Apple Pieces about 1 cup, mix of Granny Smith and Honey Crisp
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Pecan Pieces or walnuts

Equipment

  • 8 x 8 inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
  2. Toast pecan pieces in a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Chop and prepare the apple pieces, aiming for about 1 cup.
  4. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add beaten egg into the butter mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; gradually add to the butter mixture.
  7. Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and level the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow brownies to cool for 15-30 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them and reheat for a fresh taste.

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