Merridee's Apple Brownies with Butter Sauce

Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with Merridee's Apple Brownies with Butter Sauce, a dessert that redefines comfort food. These moist, apple-packed bars combine the rich sweetness of brown sugar, a hint of cinnamon spice, and a delightful crunch from optional walnuts for a perfectly balanced bite. But the real star here is the decadent butter sauce—an irresistible blend of butter, cream, and vanilla—that gets drizzled over each square, turning this simple treat into a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth delight. Perfect as a cozy dessert for gatherings or an indulgent snack, this recipe is easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time and promises to be a showstopper. Serve warm for the ultimate experience! Keywords: Apple Brownies, Butter Sauce, Fall Desserts, Apple Recipes, Easy Dessert Recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Apple (peeled and finely diced)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (for butter sauce)
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream (for butter sauce)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar (for butter sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for butter sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples and, if using, the chopped walnuts.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the brownies bake, prepare the butter sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter.

Step 9

Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 11

Let the brownies cool slightly before cutting them into squares. Drizzle the warm butter sauce over the brownies just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1309.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4437.4

Total Fat 238.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 889.8mg	0%
Sodium 1070.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 560.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 422.0g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 156.0IU	0%
Calcium 439.2mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1241.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 49.2%