Gooey Irresistible Apple Brownie with Rich Maple Glaze Delight
This irresistible apple brownie with rich maple glaze combines fudgy chocolate and tender apple chunks for a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 16 slices
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- 8×8 inch baking pan
- medium bowl
Ingredients
For the Brownie Batter
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Opt for unbleached for added flavor.
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened adds rich chocolate essence.
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Regular sugar works beautifully.
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown creates a caramel-like richness.
- 2 large Eggs Provides moisture and binds ingredients.
- 2 cups Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are perfect.
- 1/2 cup Butter Melted for extra fudginess; unsalted is best.
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Use pure maple syrup for best taste.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract A must for a well-rounded taste.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Provides a hint of lift.
For the Maple Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the glaze.
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Blends beautifully with powdered sugar.
Instructions
Making the Brownies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a medium bowl.
- Melt the butter over low heat and mix it with eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Fold the diced apples gently into the wet mixture.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with maple syrup in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle over cooled brownies.
Notes
Optional: Top with chopped nuts for an extra crunch. Perfect apples: Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for balance. Avoid overmixing for tender brownies.