Applesauce Walnut Bars Recipe

Name: Applesauce Walnut Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup shortening; 1 1/4 cups white sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup applesauce; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
2
Melt chocolate in the microwave or in a bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir frequently until smooth. Remove from heat, and let cool.
3
Cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, stirring constantly until well blended. In a separate bowl, mix together applesauce, melted chocolate and vanilla. Add to the egg mixture, stirring until smooth.
4
Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; gradually stir into the batter. Fold in chopped walnuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
5
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan before cutting.

813

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Applesauce Walnut Bars 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.

Applesauce Walnut Bars

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