Apple Cinnamon Bars

Apple Cinnamon Bars
110 min.
32
131kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apple Cinnamon Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! These bars combine the sweetness of finely chopped apples and rich apple butter, creating a moist and flavorful base that is simply irresistible. With a hint of cinnamon and the added crunch of cinnamon-flavored baking chips, each bite is a warm embrace of autumn, making them an ideal snack for cozy gatherings or a sweet addition to your brunch spread.

Ready in just 110 minutes and serving up to 32 people, these bars are not only delicious but also easy to make. The combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar gives them a perfect balance of sweetness, while the buttery richness ensures a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Topped with a simple glaze, they are as beautiful as they are tasty, making them a showstopper at any event.

Whether you're looking for a delightful appetizer, a sweet snack, or a charming addition to your antipasti platter, these Apple Cinnamon Bars are sure to please. Gather your friends and family, and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Get ready to impress with this scrumptious recipe that celebrates the best of fall flavors!

Ingredients

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

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. 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

Calories131kcal
Protein3.41%
Fat33.04%
Carbs63.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.72
Glycemic Load
6.11
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7134782581226%

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:130.83kcal
6.54%
Fat:4.93g
7.59%
Saturated Fat:1.83g
11.47%
Carbohydrates:21.34g
7.11%
Net Carbohydrates:20.62g
7.5%
Sugar:12.17g
13.52%
Cholesterol:10.34mg
3.45%
Sodium:93.06mg
4.05%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:1.15g
2.29%
Selenium:3.28µg
4.69%
Iron:0.68mg
3.79%
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%
Fiber:0.72g
2.89%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.09%
Phosphorus:15.52mg
1.55%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.02%