Apple Bars: Easy and Indulgent Recipe for a Cozy Dessert
These Apple Bars are a delightful treat, combining sweet and tart flavors with a buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla, then gradually mix in the flour mixture.
- Spoon half of the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Layer the apple slices over the batter and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Spoon the remaining batter over the apples.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- These bars are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a few days.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Apple Bars, dessert, cozy dessert, recipe