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Apple Snickerdoodle Bars

Two moist squares of Apple snickerdoodle bars, featuring visible apple chunks and a thick cinnamon-sugar topping, served on a white plate.
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Make these easy, one-pan apple snickerdoodle bars for a comforting fall dessert that combines soft apple pieces with classic cinnamon-sugar flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced small
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for topping
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the diced apples.
  7. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. In a small bowl, mix the 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the dough.
  9. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For best results, use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith so they hold their shape during baking.
  • If you want a slightly chewier bar, reduce the baking time by 2-3 minutes.
  • These bars freeze well; store cooled bars in an airtight container for up to three months.

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