Description
Deliciously easy Apple Pie Bars that combine the classic flavors of apple pie with a simple bar format, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter
- softened
- 1 ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 eggs
- 3 cups flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 21 oz can apple pie filling
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- non-stick spray
- ½ cup powder sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Spread the apple pie filling over the batter, then top with the remaining batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before preparing the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bars.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of clove and allspice to the cinnamon. If you prefer more apple filling, use two cans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Apple Pie Bars, dessert, easy dessert, baking, American cuisine