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Apple Snickerdoodle Bars

Irresistible Apple Snickerdoodle Bars to Satisfy Your Cravings

Delicious Apple Snickerdoodle Bars with a rich buttery base, combining apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a delightful twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 9 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

For the Dry Mix

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg

For the Apple Addition

  • 1 medium Apple peeled and finely diced

For the Topping

  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mix, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the diced apple until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  • Mix together sugar and cinnamon for the topping, and sprinkle over the batter.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

For best results, use a tart apple like Granny Smith and allow bars to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Apple Snickerdoodle Bars, baking, bars, dessert, Snickerdoodles
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