Apple Cinnamon Blondies (Gluten Free)
These Apple Cinnamon Blondies are a cozy fall treat with soft apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of maple sweetness. A cross between a cake and a bar, they’re simple to make in one bowl and perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings or anytime you’re craving autumn flavors.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple cinnamon blondies
Servings: 1 batch
1 8x8 pan
parchment paper
1 pan
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Optional: ¼ tsp ginger or allspice
- 1½ cups coconut sugar
- 1 cup neutral oil avocado or olive oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ medium apples
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and spices. Add in coconut sugar, cane sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla and stir until smooth.
Chop apples and add to an oiled pan with cinnamon. Saute until lightly browned.
Fold diced apples into batter. Batter will be thick.
Spread evenly in the pan. Bake 30–35 minutes, until golden on top and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Cool completely and then drizzle icing on top!