Ingredients for Applesauce Bars
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups applesauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup raisins
- generously sprinkled sifted powdered sugar
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How to Make Applesauce Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups Splenda (or granulated sugar) until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups applesauce (chunky or regular), 1/2 cup chopped pecans, and 1/2 cup raisins. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into 2 1/2 x 1-inch bars and sprinkle generously with sifted powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
20g
Fat
6g
Carbs
3g
