🍪 Maple Pecan Blondies (Vegan & Gluten-Free Holiday Dessert)

These Maple Pecan Blondies are pure comfort — rich, gooey, and lightly sweetened with real maple syrup. The flavor is warm and nutty, with golden edges and a soft, chewy middle that melts in your mouth.

They’re made with almond flour, coconut oil, and crunchy toasted pecans — all naturally gluten-free and vegan. 🍪
Whether you’re baking for a cozy night in or your next holiday get-together, these blondies are that perfect balance between indulgent and wholesome.

And let’s be honest — the smell of maple and pecans baking in the oven? Absolute magic. 🕯️

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍁 Naturally Sweet & Wholesome: Maple syrup gives a warm, cozy sweetness.
• 🌾 Gluten-Free & Vegan: Made with almond flour, no dairy or eggs.
• 🕯️ Soft, Gooey, & Buttery: Perfect blondie texture every time.
• 🍫 Customizable: Add chocolate chips, cranberries, or drizzle extra maple glaze.
• 📸 Pinterest Gold: Golden-brown edges + rustic fall setup = scroll-stopper.

This dessert feels like wrapping up in a blanket — simple ingredients, toasty flavors, and the kind of warm aroma that makes your kitchen smell like a cozy cabin.

Pair it with a cup of coffee or almond milk, and every bite tastes like a little moment of calm. 🍂

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🍪 Maple Pecan Blondies (Vegan & Gluten-Free Holiday Dessert)

Cooking Method: Baking Courses: Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 35 mins

Best Season: Fall, Winter

Description

Golden, chewy, and full of maple flavor — these Vegan Maple Pecan Blondies are the coziest gluten-free dessert for the holidays. Made with almond flour, coconut oil, and real maple syrup for the perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture. 🍁

Ingredients

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• 2 cups almond flour
• ¼ cup coconut oil (melted)
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup chopped pecans (plus extra for topping)

Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or a drizzle of maple glaze.

Instructions

Preheat & Prep:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8" baking dish with parchment paper.
   

Mix Wet Ingredients:

1. In a bowl, whisk together coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
   

Add Dry Ingredients:

1. Stir in almond flour, baking soda, and salt until dough forms. Fold in pecans.
   

Bake:

1. Spread evenly in dish, top with extra pecans, and bake 25 minutes until golden.
   

Cool & Slice:

1. Let cool 15 minutes before cutting into squares.
   

Note

🌟 Tips

• Don’t overbake — they’ll firm up as they cool.
• Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for balance.
• Store at room temp 3 days or in fridge up to a week.
• Reheat for 10 seconds before eating for that fresh-from-oven softness.