Easy Apple Bars
Perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a cozy dessert, these Easy Apple Bars combine warm cinnamon-spiced flavors with a moist, buttery texture to create a treat that’s irresistibly delicious. Made with diced fresh apples and a simple pantry-friendly batter, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection in under 35 minutes. The bars are sweetened with a mix of granulated and brown sugar for a rich, caramel-like depth, while a hint of vanilla enhances their comforting flavor. Plus, a light dusting of powdered sugar on top makes these soft, tender apple bars a true crowd-pleaser. Whether served as an afternoon snack, a school lunchbox treat, or a sweet ending to your meal, these bars are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced (about 2 medium apples)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, ensuring there are no dry streaks.
Fold in the diced apples gently until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Once cooled, cut into 12 bars and optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.6 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.9 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 760 mg | 253% | |
| Sodium | 1821 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 568.2 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 363.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1098 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
