Copycat Applebee's Blondies with Maple Cream Sauce
Recreate the deliciously gooey and rich blondies from Applebee's at home with this easy recipe! These blondies are packed with a buttery, brown sugar flavor, crunchy pecans, and topped with a homemade maple cream sauce. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat anytime! 🍰🍁🍨
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- ¾ cup butter at room temperature
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups chopped pecans
For the Maple Cream Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup evaporated milk
For Serving
- Vanilla ice cream
- Chopped pecans
Instructions
Prepare the Blondies:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together until well incorporated and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the chopped pecans. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
- Make the Maple Cream Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix the butter and maple syrup. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the evaporated milk.
Serve:
- Place the blondies on a serving plate, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzle with warm maple cream sauce, and garnish with extra chopped pecans. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nut Options: Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if desired.
- Sauce Variation: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the maple cream sauce for an extra layer of flavor.