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Apple Pecan Brownies

Irresistible Apple Pecan Brownies for Cozy Fall Days

Enjoy these Apple Pecan Brownies, a delightful fusion of chocolate, apples, and pecans, perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped apples use sweet-tart varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp
  • 1 cup toasted pecans can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small pan
  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • spatula
  • hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast the pecans in a small pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  2. Peel, core, and chop the apples into ½ inch chunks, setting them aside.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the egg into the creamed mixture until combined.
  5. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl, then add to the wet mixture.
  6. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in the chopped apples and toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased 8x8 pan and bake at 350°F for 30-45 minutes.
  9. Cool the brownies for 15 minutes in the pan before lifting them out to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for the best experience. Ensure to cool fully before cutting for clean squares.

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