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The Best Cinnamon Spiced Apple Pie Blondies Recipe

Jessica Kostka — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 02:10:15 +0000

Let’s celebrate Fall with these Apple Pie Blondies.

You’ll find all of the flavours of an apple pie with cinnamon, apples, brown sugar and butter.

You can make this recipe in just one bowl and they bake in under 30 minutes so it’s the perfect fall treat!

I seriously think these apple blondies are one of my BEST Fall desserts. They are soft, chewy and buttery and they have the perfect amount of cinnamon-spice; these apple blondie bars are truly a favorite recipe of mine during this season.

I love baking with apples in the Fall, especially apple recipes like these muffins or this divine cake. If you’re a fan of apple desserts in the Fall season but don’t want to spend time making a pie or cake, you should definitely make these Apple Pie Blondies.

Why you’ll love this apple recipe

This apple blondies recipe bakes in under 30 minutes!
It’s packed with fall flavors like warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg and sweet apples.
They make the most perfect fall dessert because they’re packed with fall flavours and so easy to make!
You don’t need an electric mixer for this recipe, everything is made in just one bowl.
These blondies are made with simple ingredients you may already have in your pantry and fridge!

These are truly one of the easiest Fall desserts to make when you’re craving something cozy! Pair with a warm drink and call it a day.

Ingredients needed to make apple blondies

Unsalted Butter: The base of this apple blondie recipe; every delicious blondie recipe starts with melted butter!

Brown Sugar: Brown sugar offers a more molasses-type flavour than regular sugar.

Egg: One egg is all you need to keep this blondie batter together.

Vanilla:

Vanilla extract complements the other spices for the perfect apple pie flavour.

Flour: All purpose flour is all you need to bring this batter together. See my notes below for how to make these gluten-free.

Baking Powder: Makes sure to give these blondies the rise they need.

Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg are quintessential apple pie flavours so they’re a must for this recipe!

Salt: Since we’re using unsalted butter, we add salt so we can control how much goes in the recipe. It’s a must to help balance out the rest of the sweeter apple pie flavours.

Apples: The star of the show, fresh apples are a must for this recipe! I like to use Gala apples in this recipe as they have a litle bit of sweetness but are more tender apples so they bake nicely in these blondies.

Step by step process to make apple pie blondies

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, an egg and vanilla extract to form a deliciously caramel mixture.
Next add the dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg and salt) into the wet ingredients.
Using a spoon or spatula, stir all of the ingredients together until combined. You’ll have a delicious dough that’s fairly thick.
Then, you’ll fold in the chopped apples; add the dough to a parchment paper lined square baking pan and bake in a preheated oven

Expert tips for making this apple blondie recipe

Top these apple bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect dessert!
Don’t overmix the batter; you want to mix the blonde batter until just combined. This helps to keep the finished blondie tender and chewy when baked.
When baking, you want to take these blondies out of the oven when they’re just golden around the edges and slightly underbaked in the middle. While the apple pie blondies cool in the pan, they’ll continue to bake which allows for the best soft and chewy treat.

FAQ

What is the best apple to use for baking?
When using apples in baking recipes, you want a firm enough apple that holds it shape while cooking. Here’s a few baking apples which I like to use in recipes:

Granny Smith apples
Gala apples **I used Gala apples for these apple pie blondies**
Honeycrisp apples
Ambroisia apples
Pink Lady apple

Can I make this recipe gluten-free using gluten-free flour?
I would suggest substituting the flour in the recipe with a 1:1 gluten free baking flour to make this recipe gluten-free.

Should I adjust the baking time if I use a 9×9 pan instead of a 8×8 square pan?
YES! If using a 9×9 baking pan, blondies will not take as long to bake. Start checking doneness around 20-22 minutes of cooking time.

Storage for these apple pie blondies

Store leftover blondies in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

More apple recipes to love from the blog:

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cake

Savoury Apple Cheddar Tart

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins

Apple Cinnamon Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

The Best Cinnamon Spiced Apple Pie Blondies Recipe

These cinnamon-spiced Apple Pie Blondies are a simple Fall dessert you can make in just one bowl. Soft, chewy and packed with juicy apples!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings squares

Author Jess

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 large apple, peeled & cored, cut into 1/4 inch pieces

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper. (If using a 9x9 pan see notes below on baking time).
In a mixing bowl, mix together melted butter and brown sugar until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
Mix dry ingredients into wet, stirring until everything comes together and no clumps of flour remain. Fold in the chopped apples to the batter.
Transfer the batter into the prepared pan (it will quite thick like cookie dough) and smooth out the top so the batter reaches the edges of the pan.
Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool, cut into 9 or 12 squares and enjoy!

Notes

BAKING PAN: If using a 9x9 baking pan, blondies will not take as long to bake. Start checking doneness around 20-22 minutes of cooking time.

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Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies (Gluten Free Option!)

Jessica Kostka — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:47:43 +0000

Enjoy these Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies for breakfast, a snack or even a dessert!

Packed with oats, cinnamon and apples, you get the taste of an apple pie but in a soft muffin-like cookie.

They are perfect to meal-prep for the week ahead!

My zucchini oatmeal breakfast cookie recipe is such a hit that I knew I had to make an apple version for the cooler months!

These apple pie breakfast cookies are like a mashup between a cozy bowl of oatmeal and a classic apple pie. Chewy oats, diced fresh juicy apples and cozy spices make for the most delightful bite! The whole family will love them.

Why you’ll love these apple oatmeal cookies

They’re easy to make and have the classic apple pie flavor!
You can make them gluten-free as well!
These wholesome breakfast cookies are a delightful healthy snack to make for the week ahead.
They’re wonderful as a quick, portable breakfast with a hot cup of coffee on the side.
They make for a delicious treat for dessert too!

Ingredients needed

Fresh Apples: I like to use a more sweet apple like a Gala Apple but if you prefer a little less sweetness, try a green apple like Granny Smith apples.

Rolled Oats: make sure to use rolled oats or old-fashioned oats (not quick oats) in this recipe; for a gluten-free option, simply use gluten-free oats.

Flour: all purpose flour helps make the base of these breakfast cookies; for a gluten-free cookie, use a 1:1 baking flour

Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg are quintessential fall spices and go perfectly with the apples and oats

Butter: melted butter is the best to use in this recipe but you could also try coconut oil if desired.

Egg: holds this batter together.

Maple Syrup: For sweetness we use pure maple syrup which goes lovely with the warming spices in these soft cookies.

Step by step process to make these apple pie oatmeal breakfast cookies

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix together melted butter, egg, maple syrup and vanilla extract in a large bowl and set aside. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, stir to combine. Stir in the diced apple. You’ll get a thick dough.

Step 3: Scoop out about a 1/4 cup per cookie (or you could use a large cookie scoop) onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and then gently flatten each cookie to about a 3/4 inch on the cookie sheet. Makes 10 cookies.

Step 4: Bake 14-16 minutes until set and golden brown on the bottom / just around the edges of the cookie. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes and then remove to a cooling rack.

Step 5: Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 days and in the fridge for 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Expert tips

If you want to add-in any additional ingredients, I’d suggest adding in 1/2 cup of another favourite ingredient like chopped pecans or toasted walnuts; sunflower or pumpkin seeds; or you could add raisins if that’s something you like.
When taking a cookie out of the freezer, defrost first before enjoying. I’ve packed them in a lunch bag in the morning and by lunch they’re usually the perfect temperature.
Make a double batch of this recipe and freeze a batch so you can grab a breakfast cookie whenever you’d like!

FAQ

Can I make these apple breakfast cookies gluten-free?
YES! I’ve tested this recipe using 1:1 baking flour to replace regular flour and certified gluten-free oats instead of regular oats. Just substitute the same amounts and you’re all set.

What other kind of apples can I use?
I like to use a more sweet apple like a Gala or Ambrosia apple but you can use green apples too like Granny Smith if you prefer.

Can I grate the apples instead of dicing them?
I haven’t tested the recipe with grated apples but you can definitely try replacing the diced apple with the same amount of grated apple.

Storage

Store these apple cinnamon breakfast cookies as follows:

Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 days.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months.

More delicious apple recipe ideas to love from the blog:

Apple Pie Blondies

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

Scrumptious Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins

Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cake

Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies (Gluten Free Option!)

Packed with apples, oats and apple pie spices, these apple pie breakfast cookies are perfect for a quick breakfast, snack or healthy dessert!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword apple crumb cake, breakfast cookie

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings cookies

Calories 183kcal

Author Jess

Ingredients

3 tbsp melted butter (or sub melted coconut oil)
1 egg
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup all-purpose flour (or sub 1:1 gluten-free baking flour)
1 1/2 cups rolled oats or large flake oats (or sub certified gluten-free rolled oats)
1 1/2 cups diced apple (about 1 large Gala apple)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the melted butter, egg, maple syrup and vanilla extract in a large bowl and set aside. Whisk in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg and baking powder. Switch to a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, and stir in the flour and oats until combined. Stir in the diced apple. You’ll get a thick dough.
Scoop out about a 1/4 cup per cookie onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and then gently flatten each cookie to about a 3/4 inch on the cookie sheet. Makes 10 cookies.
Bake 14-16 minutes until set and golden brown on the bottom / just around the edges of the cookie. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes and then remove to a cooling rack.
Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 days and in the fridge for 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Notes

How to make these cookies gluten free: I've tested this recipe using 1:1 baking flour to replace regular flour and certified gluten-free oats instead of regular oats. Just substitute the same amounts and you're all set.
I like to use a more sweet apple like a Gala or Ambrosia apple but you can use green apples too like Granny Smith if you prefer.
If you want to add-in any additional ingredients, I'd suggest adding in 1/2 cup of another favourite ingredient like chopped pecans or toasted walnuts; sunflower or pumpkin seeds; or you could add raisins if that's something you like.

Nutrition

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