Sour Cream Apple Squares

Sink your teeth into the autumnal bliss of Sour Cream Apple Squares, a dessert that combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a rich, buttery cake base. This easy-to-make recipe is elevated by the addition of tangy sour cream, which keeps the texture irresistibly moist and fluffy. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a few pantry staples, these apple squares are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing at potlucks. Each bite is a harmonious blend of warm spices, tender apple chunks, and a decadent crumb, with the option to finish it off with a dusting of powdered sugar for extra charm. Whether served fresh from the oven or at room temperature, this crowd-pleaser delivers comforting fall flavors worth savoring.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add the sour cream to the wet mixture and mix until smooth.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Fold in the chopped apples using a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the apple squares cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15 minutes.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the top with powdered sugar before cutting into squares and serving.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1309.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3537.0

Total Fat 132.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 687.8mg	0%
Sodium 2529.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 567.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 361.4g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 400.8mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1010.5mg	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: 32.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 62.5%