Apple Cinnamon Squares Recipe

Name: Apple Cinnamon Squares
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter; 10 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 10 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups peeled and chopped apples; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

These irresistible Apple Cinnamon Squares are a family favorite—like a muffin, but better! A tender crumbly base, bursting with cinnamon-spiced apples and crunchy nuts, topped with a sweet and crunchy cinnamon sugar crumble. Easily adaptable—try peaches or blueberries for a delicious twist! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon treat.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 165.1 kcal

Protein 3g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Squares

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter
10 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
10 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups peeled and chopped apples
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

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How to Make Apple Cinnamon Squares

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in 2 cups peeled and chopped apples and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.