Apple Butter Spice Bars Recipe

Name: Apple Butter Spice Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable cooking spray, Pam(R); 1 package (18.25-ounce) spice cake mix, Betty Crocker(R); 2 packets (0.74 ounce each) spiced cider drink mix, Alpine(R); 1 1/4 cups apple juice, Tree Top(R); 1 cup apple butter; 1/2 cup vegetable oil, Crisco(R); 3 eggs; 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, Diamond(R); 1/2 cup dried sliced apples, chopped, Mariani(R); 1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened, Philadelphia(R); 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, C&H(R); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

Nonstick vegetable cooking spray, Pam(R)
1 package (18.25-ounce) spice cake mix, Betty Crocker(R)
2 packets (0.74 ounce each) spiced cider drink mix, Alpine(R)
1 1/4 cups apple juice, Tree Top(R)
1 cup apple butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil, Crisco(R)
3 eggs
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, Diamond(R)
1/2 cup dried sliced apples, chopped, Mariani(R)
1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened, Philadelphia(R)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar, C&H(R)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
2
In a large bowl, combine dry cake mix and 11?2 packets of the cider mix.
3
Add apple juice, 1?4 cup of the apple butter, the oil, and eggs; beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds.
4
Scrape down sides of bowl; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
5
Pour into prepared pan.
6
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss walnuts and dried apples with the remaining 1?2 packet cider mix; set aside.
8
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, the remaining 3?4 cup apple butter, the brown sugar, and flour; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
9
Remove pan from oven.
10
Pour cream cheese mixture over partially baked cake.
11
Sprinkle walnut and apple mixture on top.
12
Return to oven; bake for 20 to 25 minutes more.
13
Cool in pan on a wire rack.
14
Cut into bars.

1228

kcal

Calories

115

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick vegetable cooking spray, Pam(R), 1 package (18.25-ounce) spice cake mix, Betty Crocker(R), 2 packets (0.74 ounce each) spiced cider drink mix, Alpine(R), 1 1/4 cups apple juice, Tree Top(R), and more.

Yes, Apple Butter Spice Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Butter Spice Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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