Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delectable Apple Snickerdoodle Bars. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the sweetness of apples with the warm spices of traditional snickerdoodles, creating a delightful dessert that is perfect for gatherings or as a comforting after-school snack. With a soft, chewy texture and a cinnamon-sugar topping, these bars are not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to enjoy them on their own or paired with ice cream, whipped cream, or drizzled caramel.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
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
2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in one egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
Fold in finely diced apple until evenly distributed.
Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar topping.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
Calories: 160
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg