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Spiced Brown Butter Maple Blondies

Megan Weimer
These brown butter maple blondies are dense, chewy, and full of maple flavor. Warm spices and a maple glaze make them the perfect cozy fall treat.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 blondies
Calories 193.1 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
 
 

Blondies

Maple Icing

  • 120 grams powdered sugar
  • 40 grams maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions
 

Blondies

  • To brown the butter, add unsalted butter to a skillet or saucepan and set it over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally as it melts, then begin whisking continuously once it starts to sputter and foam.
    113 grams unsalted butter
  • After about 4-5 minutes, you’ll see golden brown specks forming on the bottom of the pan and the butter will turn a rich amber color. As soon as this happens, remove it from the heat and pour it into a heat-safe bowl to stop the cooking. Let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes before using.
  • While the butter cools, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cooled brown butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and pure maple syrup until well combined.
    100 grams granulated sugar, 50 grams light brown sugar, 120 grams maple syrup
  • Add the large egg, egg yolk, mustard, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
    1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, ½ teaspoon yellow mustard, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. The batter will be thick and glossy.
    150 grams all purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon baking powder, ⅛ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly to the edges. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Let the blondies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to lift them out and let them cool completely on the rack before glazing, about 1 hour total.

Maple Icing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and a splash of heavy cream until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency by adding more cream for a thinner glaze or more powdered sugar for a thicker one.
    120 grams powdered sugar, 40 grams maple syrup, 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Drizzle the icing over the cooled blondies. Once the glaze is set, slice into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Measuring flour accurately: For the best texture, measure your flour using a kitchen scale (120g per cup). Too much flour can make the blondies dry or cakey.
Storage: These blondies are best served the day they’re made but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1blondieCalories: 193.1kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 1.6gFat: 7.1gSaturated Fat: 4.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.9gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 39.7mgSodium: 52.7mgPotassium: 47.5mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 22.8gVitamin A: 235.8IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 26.4mgIron: 0.6mg
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