Applesauce Spice Bars

Applesauce Spice Bars are a popular fall dessert that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and applesauce in a soft and moist bar. They are perfect for enjoying with a cup of hot cider or coffee on a crisp autumn day.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Applesauce Spice Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Applesauce
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the applesauce and chopped walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the dish for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.
9. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 17g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.