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Apple Snickerdoodle Bars

Cozy Apple Snickerdoodle Bars for Fall Baking Joy

Delight in these Apple Snickerdoodle Bars, a blend of warm spices and sweet apples, perfect for fall baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for better incorporation.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 medium apple Peeled and finely diced. Best choices: Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.
For the Topping
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate one large egg and a teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the finely diced apple until evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into your lined baking pan.
  8. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping and mix well.
  9. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  10. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and use room temperature butter. Choose apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for optimal flavor and texture.

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