Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these Easy Apple Brownies Perfect For Fall Baking. This delightful recipe combines rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples and aromatic spices. Ideal for cozy nights, family gatherings, or potluck events, these brownies are sure to please everyone. The comforting aroma as they bake fills the kitchen, inviting everyone to enjoy a slice (or two!). Plus, they’re quick to make—ready in just a little over an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together applesauce, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (61g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg