Deliciously Soft Apple Snickerdoodle Bars You'll Love
These Apple Snickerdoodle Bars are a blend of soft, buttery goodness and the crisp bite of apples.
Equipment
- Electric mixer
- Baking Pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Batter
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
- ¼ cup brown sugar for moisture
- 1 large egg essential for binding
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour for structure
- ½ teaspoon baking powder to help rise
- ¼ teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for warmth
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg for sophistication
- 1 medium apple peeled and diced
For the Topping
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar for topping
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for classic flavor
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apple until evenly distributed.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Mix 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.
- Cool completely before lifting out and cutting into squares.
Notes
Choose a firm apple variety for the best texture and flavor. Store bars properly for freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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