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Apple Snickerdoodle Bars

Delicious Apple Snickerdoodle Bars for Cozy Fall Evenings

These Apple Snickerdoodle Bars perfectly blend chewy snickerdoodles with fresh apples, making them an easy and delightful fall dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can use coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar enhances moisture and adds caramel flavor
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract use pure vanilla for optimal taste
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with whole wheat flour for added nutrition
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder provides leavening
  • 1/4 tsp salt balances sweetness
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon adds warm spice notes
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg complements the cinnamon
  • 1 medium apple peeled and finely diced; Granny Smith works well
For the Topping
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar enhances sweetness on top
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon adds extra warmth and flavor

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  3. Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the finely diced apple pieces into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and sprinkle the topping mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon on top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  9. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsification and avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.

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