Apple Cinnamon Bars

Apple Cinnamon Bars
110 min.
32
145kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these scrumptious Apple Cinnamon Bars! Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether you're hosting a cozy gathering or simply craving a sweet snack, these bars are sure to impress. With a rich blend of buttery goodness, warm spices, and the natural sweetness of apples, each bite transports you to a world of comfort and nostalgia.

What makes these bars truly special is the combination of apple butter and finely chopped apples, which infuse the dessert with a moist texture and a burst of fruity flavor. The addition of cinnamon-flavored baking chips elevates the taste, creating a harmonious balance that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Plus, the simple glaze drizzled on top adds just the right amount of sweetness, making these bars irresistible.

Not only are they delicious, but they are also easy to make, requiring just over an hour of your time. With 32 servings, they are perfect for sharing with friends and family or for meal prepping for the week ahead. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these delightful Apple Cinnamon Bars that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup spiced apple butter 
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.8 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup apples peeled finely chopped (1 medium)
  • cup peppermint candies (from 10-oz bag)
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons milk 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Add apple butter, eggs and vanilla; beat until well blended.
  4. On low speed, beat in flour, baking soda and salt until well blended. Stir in apple and cinnamon chips.
  5. Spread batter in pan.
  6. Bake 28 to 32 minutes or until edges begin to pull away from sides of pan and top is evenly browned. Cool in pan on cooling rack at least 1 hour.
  7. In small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until thin enough to drizzle.
  8. Drizzle glaze over bars. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories145kcal
Protein4.1%
Fat35.35%
Carbs60.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.72
Glycemic Load
6.11
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.630869558324%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.29mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:144.72kcal
7.24%
Fat:5.8g
8.92%
Saturated Fat:2.9g
18.13%
Carbohydrates:22.35g
7.45%
Net Carbohydrates:22g
8%
Sugar:16.37g
18.19%
Cholesterol:10.34mg
3.45%
Sodium:97.64mg
4.25%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:1.51g
3.02%
Selenium:3.28µg
4.69%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.78%
Folate:14.03µg
3.51%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.28%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.07%
Vitamin A:146.32IU
2.93%
Iron:0.41mg
2.29%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.09%
Calcium:19.68mg
1.97%
Phosphorus:15.52mg
1.55%
Fiber:0.34g
1.38%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.02%