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.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

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	881.7 grams (881.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2776

Total Fat 114.70g	147%
Saturated Fat 17.50g	88%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.20g
Cholesterol 221mg	74%
Sodium 1581mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 429.90g	156%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 283.60g
Protein 26.20g	52%

Vitamin D 60IU	301%
Calcium 137mg	11%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 552mg	12%

*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: 36.1%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 60.2%