Apple Bars: The Best Homemade Treat for Cozy Days
Enjoy delicious homemade apple bars that are perfect for cozy days. This recipe will fill your kitchen with warm aromas and provide a delightful treat for family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups diced apples (about 3 medium apples)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the softened butter and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a touch of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Apple Bars, Homemade Treats, Cozy Desserts