Caramel Apple Blondies

Let me paint you a picture: the leaves are turning, sweaters are back in action, and you’re hunkering down in the kitchen because it’s time. Time for that homy nostalgia that smells like apples and sugar melting into pure deliciousness. Enter, Caramel Apple Blondies. These are messy, gooey little squares of fall magic everyone needs in their recipe repertoire. Why? Because they’re like biting into autumn itself, wrapped up in a chewy blondie hug.

My husband? Oh, he’s hooked. “Are those *the* bars?” he asks every time the house smells like an orchard decided to bake itself. Our little family treats these like a sacred ritual, ushering in the cooler days with a sticky, sweet celebration. There was this one time… we made these for a potluck, but, um, they kinda never made it out the door. Oops.

Why You’ll Love This Caramel Apple Blondies

Oh, let me count the ways!

– They’re like a caramel apple, but less awkward to eat. No sticky cheek moments.
– One bowl. Yes, you heard me right. One. Bowl. Less cleanup means more snuggle time.
– The smell. It’s like your kitchen decided to throw a festive hug around you.
– Comfort food without any pretension. You won’t need a decoder ring to figure out the ingredients.

How to Make It

Okay, let’s dive into this mess together. First things first, gather your ingredients before you realize halfway through you’re out of something crucial. Story of my life. Preheat that oven to 350°F. You know, the temperature for *everything*. Mix up brown sugar and butter till it’s like a velvety whirlpool. Add an egg and vanilla, and don’t panic if the vanilla bottle’s empty — just splash in some rum or whisky. I won’t tell.

In goes the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Sneak in those apple chunks — nobody needs precision here. Drizzle caramel sauce — the stickiness is a good thing. Pour into a pan. Lick the spoon because you deserve it. Bake. Wait. Devour. Simple, right?

Ingredient Notes

– Brown Sugar: Gives that deep, molasses-y hug to your tastebuds. It’s bossy, in a good way.
– Butter: That’s what makes it all come together. It’s like the gorilla glue of baking.
– Apples: Pick your fighter. Tart or sweet, no wrong choices. Just no mushy ones. Ew.

Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Blend brown sugar and butter till creamy.
3. Stir in egg and vanilla with flair.
4. Mix flour, baking powder, salt together, and fold into wet ingredients.
5. Fold in chopped apples and drizzle with caramel.
6. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until your kitchen smells divine.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overbake. You want that gooey center. Trust me.
– Let it cool a bit before you slice — a mistake I make almost every time.

Storage Tips

Keep leftovers (if you have any!) in a covered container. Room temp is okay for a couple of days, but pop them in the fridge if you’re stretching it. Cold blondies in the morning? Amazing! Who even needs toast?

Variations and Substitutions

Have fun here. Swap sugar for honey or maple syrup if nature’s sweetness is more your vibe. If you run out of caramel, just make it a vanilla apple blondie and call it a day. No apples in sight? Pears will do the trick.

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Caramel Apple Blondies

Deliciously rich blondies made with caramel and fresh apples for a perfect fall dessert.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
• ▢ 1 large egg
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 1.5 cups chopped apples peeled, cored
• ▢ 0.75 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp baking powder

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
• Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
• Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Drizzle half the caramel sauce over the batter and swirl with a knife.
• Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the caramel sauce, swirling again.
• Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool before cutting.

Notes

Serve blondies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.