Applesauce Bars With Pecan Praline Topping Recipe

Name: Applesauce Bars With Pecan Praline Topping Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. Unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 c. Brown sugar, packed; 1 lrg Egg; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 1 c. Unsweetened applesauce, chunky; 1 1/2 c. Flour; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 1/2 tsp Baking pwdr; 1/2 tsp Baking soda; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1 1/2 c. Golden brown delicious apples, peeled and minced; 1/2 c. Pecans, minced; 2/3 c. Packed brown sugar; 3 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, softened; 1 Tbsp. Flour; 1 c. Pecans, minced

Servings: persons

1/4 c. Unsalted butter, softened
1/2 c. Brown sugar, packed
1 lrg Egg
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1 c. Unsweetened applesauce, chunky
1 1/2 c. Flour
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Baking pwdr
1/2 tsp Baking soda
1/4 tsp Salt
1 1/2 c. Golden brown delicious apples, peeled and minced
1/2 c. Pecans, minced
2/3 c. Packed brown sugar
3 Tbsp. Unsalted butter, softened
1 Tbsp. Flour
1 c. Pecans, minced

1
OVEN: 350 Lightly butter a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
2
BATTER: In a large bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer til light and fluffy.
3
Add in the egg and vanilla; beat til blended.
4
Stir in the applesauce just til blended.
5
(The mix will look curdled.)
6
Sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking pwdr, baking soda and salt.
7
Stir in the dry ingredients into the butter mix just til blended.
8
Mix in the apples and the pecans.
9
Spread the batter in the prepared pan.
10
TOPPING: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter and flour and blend with a fork; stir in the pecans til blended.
11
Crumble the mix proportionately over the top of the batter.
12
Bake on the center rack for 30 to 35 min, or possibly til the edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
13
Cold on a wire rack before cutting into bars.

1532

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. Unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 c. Brown sugar, packed, 1 lrg Egg, 1 tsp Vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Applesauce Bars With Pecan Praline Topping Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!