Luscious Applesauce Bars

Soft, moist, and brimming with cozy fall flavors, these Luscious Applesauce Bars are the ultimate autumn treat! Infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, these easy-to-make bars feature a tender crumb thanks to the addition of unsweetened applesauce, which also keeps them deliciously moist. A simple vanilla glaze drizzled on top adds just the right amount of sweetness, making these bars an irresistible dessert or snack. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as an everyday indulgence, these applesauce bars come together in just 40 minutes and serve 12, making them an effortless crowd-pleaser. Whether served with coffee, tea, or enjoyed on their own, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1.5 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Mix in the applesauce until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

While the bars are cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Once the bars are cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.

Step 12

Cut into 12 squares or bars and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(872.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2849.9

Total Fat 106.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 479.0mg	0%
Sodium 1854.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 454.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 306.2g
Protein 27.6g	0%

Vitamin D 62.8IU	0%
Calcium 264.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 683.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 63.0%