Ez Applesauce Bars
Perfectly spiced and impossibly moist, these Ez Applesauce Bars are a quick and simple treat that’s bursting with comforting fall flavors. Made with unsweetened applesauce, warm cinnamon, and a mix of granulated and brown sugars, these bars strike the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. A soft, cake-like texture makes every bite irresistibly tender, while the luscious vanilla glaze adds a touch of creamy sweetness to elevate this dessert to new heights. With minimal prep time and pantry staples, these bars are an effortless crowd-pleaser, ideal for an after-school snack, a cozy coffee pairing, or a festive party dessert. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe makes 12 delightful servings and is sure to become your go-to for easy baking bliss.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.
Step 3
Add the egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and stir until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8
While the bars are baking, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 9
Once baked, allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 10
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars. Once the glaze sets, slice the bars into 12 equal pieces and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (881.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2775.9 |
| Total Fat 114.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 69.2g | |
| Cholesterol 220.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1581.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 429.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 283.6g | |
| Protein 26.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 60.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 137.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 551.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories