Best 7 Maple Spice Blondies With Walnuts Salted Caramel Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable treat that perfectly harmonizes sweet maple, aromatic spices, crunchy walnuts, and a velvety salted caramel drizzle? Look no further than the tantalizing maple spice blondies with walnuts salted caramel! These delectable bars combine a chewy blondie base infused with the warm embrace of maple syrup and a symphony of spices, crowned with a generous sprinkling of toasted walnuts and a luscious salted caramel sauce that is sure to leave you spellbound. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to a blissful state of satisfaction with this irresistible recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST EVER SALTED CARAMEL BLONDIES



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These Salted Caramel Blondies truly are the best ever. Not only do they taste amazing, but the recipe is incredibly easy (no need to soften butter or use a stand mixer). I've yet to meet someone that didn't like them!

Provided by Emily Bruno

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar,, packed
12 tbsp unsalted butter,, melted and cooled
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tsps vanilla extract
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup caramel bits (or 12 unwrapped caramel squares)
2 tbsp heavy cream
flaky sea salt for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a parchment paper sling (see notes) for a 13x9 baking pan and spray with non-stick baking spray.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk sugar and melted butter together until fully combined. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla.
  • Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the flour mixture.
  • Once the mixture is fully combined, fold in the white chocolate chips and set aside.
  • Add the caramel bits and heavy cream to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power in 30 second increments, stirring after each time, until smooth and fully combined. Allow the caramel mixture to cool slightly- not so much that it becomes thick and hard, but you don't want it piping hot either.
  • While the caramel is cooling, scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • After the caramel has cooled slightly, carefully drizzle it over the batter. Use a knife to create a marbled swirl by running the knife in the opposite direction of the drizzle. (If you drizzled the caramel horizontally, use the knife to make vertical strokes.)
  • Bake until the top is shiny and cracked slightly, it should feel slightly firm to the touch (not jiggly), about 30-35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking.
  • Immediately after removing from the oven, top with flaky sea salt. (Just a generous pinch across the top.)
  • Let the blondies cool in the baking pan for 10 minutes. Remove the blondies from the baking pan and cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, ServingSize 12 bars

MAPLE-WALNUT BLONDIES



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An autumnal riff on classic blondies, these are a treat for the true maple fanatic. Adding maple syrup to the batter and toasting the walnuts in maple syrup gives the blondies double the maple flavor, while a splash of bourbon in the batter mellows the sweetness. Make sure to underbake these slightly: The key to moist, chewy blondies is to take them out just before they're fully baked. Refrigerate the blondies for optimal chewiness; they're especially good straight from the fridge.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     cakes, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter (1 stick), melted, plus more for greasing the pan
3/4 cup/165 grams light brown sugar, lightly packed
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon bourbon (optional)
1 cup/130 grams all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of ground nutmeg
1/2 cup/50 grams walnuts or pecans
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-by-8-inch pan with butter and line with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides.
  • Make the optional maple nuts: In a small sauté pan, heat the walnuts, 1 tablespoon maple syrup and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Cook, tossing often, until the nuts are lightly toasted and the bottom of the pan looks dry, about 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the walnuts to a cutting board to cool, roughly chop, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, egg, vanilla and bourbon, if using, and whisk until smooth. Add the flour, salt, baking powder and nutmeg, and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth with a spatula. Sprinkle the walnuts, if using, evenly on top. Bake for 21 to 23 minutes, until the bars are just starting to brown at the edges. They should seem slightly underbaked and will firm up as they cool.
  • Sprinkle the blondies lightly with salt, allow to cool to room temperature in the pan. When completely cool, remove from the pan using the parchment paper, then cut into squares and serve.

ALMOST-FAMOUS MAPLE-BUTTER BLONDIES



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When two brothers opened the first Applebee's in 1980, they gave it the clunky name T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs. The name changed six years later, but the chain's insanely popular Maple-Butter Blondies didn't come along until 2004. They're made with walnuts and white chocolate and served in a sizzling skillet with ice cream and maple-butter sauce. Applebee's sells about 2.5 million of the sundaes every year, and readers like Julie Thornton of Dover, PA, have been begging us to track down the recipe. The eatery's Kansas headquarters refused to reveal it, so Food Network Kitchens engineered this spot-on imitation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield 9 blondies

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the pan
1 cup walnut pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
6 ounces white chocolate, cut into chunks
1/3 cup maple syrup
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
Vanilla ice cream, for serving
1/2 cup walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Make the blondies: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter the foil. Pulse 1/2 cup walnuts in a food processor until almost fine (do not overprocess). Whisk the ground nuts, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat 10 tablespoons butter and the brown sugar with a mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the bowl with a rubber spatula. Beat in the vanilla. Gradually beat in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the white chocolate and the remaining 1/2 cup walnuts.
  • Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake until the blondies are light brown around the edges and spring back when pressed, about 30 minutes. Cool slightly on a rack.
  • Meanwhile, make the topping: Place the maple syrup and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook until the mixture bubbles and thickens, swirling the pan, about 6 minutes. Add the cream and continue to cook until the mixture is the consistency of caramel.
  • Use the foil to lift the blondies out of the pan, then cut into large bars. Serve warm topped with ice cream, the maple-butter sauce and the walnuts.

MAPLE WALNUT-BLONDIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Cooking spray
1 cup walnuts
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (grade A; dark or robust)
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon maple extract
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup pure maple syrup (grade A; dark or robust)
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon maple extract, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Make the blondies: Preheat the oven to 350˚. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides; coat the foil with cooking spray. Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and bake until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a cutting board and roughly chop; set aside.
  • Whisk the flour, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally with a whisk, until brown flecks appear, 10 to 12 minutes; remove from the heat and immediately whisk in the brown sugar and maple syrup. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and maple extracts.
  • Whisk the brown butter-egg mixture into the flour mixture, then fold in the walnuts with a rubber spatula. Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Bake until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely in the pan. Lift the blondies out of the pan using the foil overhang; discard the foil.
  • Meanwhile, make the frosting: Beat the butter and salt in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the maple syrup and beat until smooth. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar on low speed, increasing the speed to medium high after each addition until fluffy. Beat in the lemon juice and maple extract; add more maple extract, 1/4 teaspoon at a time, to taste. Spread the frosting over the cooled blondies. Cut into squares.

BOURBON SALTED CARAMEL RED WALNUT BLONDIES



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Red walnuts add a pop of color to these delicious blondies!

Provided by redwalnuts

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 1h18m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup red walnuts (such as Sanguinetti™)
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter, at room temperature
¼ cup bourbon
1 egg, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup soft caramel candies
½ teaspoon salt
cooking spray
⅓ cup soft caramel candies
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon bourbon
1 teaspoon smoked sea salt (such as Maldon®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread walnuts onto a baking sheet.
  • Toast walnuts in the preheated oven until golden brown and fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Chop coarsely.
  • Combine brown sugar and butter in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in 1/4 cup bourbon, egg, and vanilla extract until batter just combined. Fold in flour, 1/2 cup caramel candies, and salt.
  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Spread batter evenly in the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1/3 cup caramel candies in a double boiler over medium-high heat until soft and malleable, about 5 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and 1 tablespoon bourbon; stir constantly until combined. Remove from heat and cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle or spread caramel sauce over the cooled blondies. Scatter chopped walnuts on top. Sprinkle smoked salt over walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 21.2 g

BROWN BUTTER MAPLE BLONDIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Ring in fall with these delicious brown butter maple blondies. Caramelized white chocolate blondies meet a gooey ganache with ribbons of decadent maple glaze to make the perfect fall dessert.

Provided by Aleya Zenieris

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 blondies

Number Of Ingredients 20

7 oz white chocolate discs, or chopped from a bar
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 sticks unsalted butter
1 cup light brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup pure maple syrup
¼ cup malted milk powder
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
6 large eggs
2 teaspoons McCormick® vanilla extract
2 teaspoons McCormick® maple extract
2 ½ cups all purpose flour
1 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
8 oz white chocolate, chopped
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
candy thermometer

Steps:

  • Make the blondies: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
  • Spread the white chocolate in a single layer in a large glass baking dish. Bake, stirring with a rubber spatula every 10 minutes, until the chocolate is caramelized, 30-40 minutes total. Remove the chocolate from the oven and let sit while you make the brown butter.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan with 2 sheets of aluminum foil, leaving a bit of overhang around all of the edges. Grease the foil lightly with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently with a heat-safe rubber spatula. As the water begins to boil out of the butter, the milk solids in the butter will separate, sink to the bottom of the pot, and begin to toast. Stir constantly until the butter turns nutty brown, about 10 minutes total. Turn off the heat, add the caramelized chocolate, and stir to melt and combine with the browned butter. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • In a large glass bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, maple syrup, malted milk powder, kosher salt, eggs, vanilla, and maple extract until smooth and homogenous. Slowly stream in the white chocolate mixture and continue whisking until combined. Sift in the flour and stir with a rubber spatula to bring the batter together.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake the blondies until golden brown and set, 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 hour.
  • Make the maple caramel: In a small, heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a candy thermometer, heat the maple syrup over medium heat until the temperature reaches 225°F (107°C). Remove the pot from the heat and add the butter. Swirl the pan until the butter melts completely, then slowly pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the flaky sea salt. Use a heat-safe spatula to stir until just combined. Let the caramel cool until thickened slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Make the ganache: Fill a small pot with 1 inch of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the white chocolate to a medium glass bowl and set over the boiling water, making sure the water is not touching the bottom of the bowl. Pour in the heavy cream and stir with a small rubber spatula until completely melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Lift the blondies from the pan, remove and discard the foil, and place the blondies on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Pour the ganache over the blondies and use an offset spatula to cover completely. Sprinkle the flaky sea salt on top, then use a spoon to drizzle the caramel over the ganache to create a marbled effect.
  • Slice into 12 pieces.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 57 grams

MACADAMIA NUT BLONDIES WITH CARAMEL-MAPLE TOPPING



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This recipe comes out of Vegan with a Vengeance, and let me tell you, Isa Chandra Moscowitz does her desserts right!! Finally, someone who understands that some vegans get tired of being so healthy all the time. Sometimes you still want guilt-inducing delicious treats. Well this recipe fits the bill. Smells like caramel corn & toasted nuts, tastes like the most decadent coffee cake.... I'm in love.

Provided by groovyrooby

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 16 blondies, 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 ounces firm silken tofu (half a package of the vacuum-packed kind)
1/4 cup rice or 1/4 cup soymilk
1/3 cup canola oil
2 cups sugar (very strict vegans will want to mind your sugar)
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups macadamias, partially chopped & partially ground (a few pulses in a food processor for chopped, remove some for this & below, then a few more for grou)
1/4 cup nonhydrogenated margarine (no whey, mind you)
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar or 2 tablespoons other brown sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 cup raw macadamias, coarsely chopped (either from first round in the food processor or chopped by hand on a cutting board with a large kni)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • To prepare the dough:.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a blender, whiz the tofu with rice milk until smooth.
  • Add the oil, sugar, and vanilla, and blend again.
  • Pour the tofu mixture into the flour mixture and use a firm wooden spoon to combine everything well.
  • Fold in the macadamias. The batter will be thick and have a cookie dough consistency.
  • Spread in the baking pan and bake for 25 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the topping.
  • To prepare the topping:.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the margarine, turbinado sugar, and maple syrup, and heat until the sugar dissolves.
  • Increase the heat to bring to a boil for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the nuts. Remove from heat.
  • Finally:.
  • Remove the blondies from the oven and pour the topping over them.
  • Return to oven, and let bake for 10 more minutes.
  • Let cool completely before serving. The topping should harden to a caramel-like consistency.
  • The cookbook says to cut them into 16 squares or triangles. I got 20 out of the recipe. ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.2, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 196.9, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 29.2, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • Prepare your ingredients in advance: Chop the walnuts, measure the flour and spices, and have the butter and sugar softened. This will help you assemble the blondies quickly and easily.
  • Use a large baking pan: The blondies will spread out as they bake, so it's important to use a pan that is at least 9x13 inches in size.
  • Bake the blondies until golden brown: The blondies are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Be careful not to overbake them, or they will be dry.
  • Let the blondies cool completely before cutting them: This will help them to hold their shape and prevent them from crumbling.
  • Enjoy the blondies plain or with your favorite toppings: These blondies are delicious on their own, but you can also top them with ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

These maple spice blondies with walnuts and salted caramel are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a potluck to a bake sale. With their chewy texture, sweet maple flavor, and crunchy walnuts, these blondies are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these blondies a try.

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