Cinnamon-Apple Bars With Peanut Butter Glaze Recipe

Name: Cinnamon-Apple Bars With Peanut Butter Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour; ½ cup white whole wheat flour; ⅔ cup rolled oats, ground in a food processor for 30 seconds; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ¾ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon allspice; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 ⅓ cups packed brown sugar; 1 cup natural applesauce; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 large egg; 1 cup cinnamon baking chips; 1 cup peanut butter; 6 tablespoons honey

Servings: persons

¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour
½ cup white whole wheat flour
⅔ cup rolled oats, ground in a food processor for 30 seconds
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
¼ teaspoon allspice
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
½ tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 ⅓ cups packed brown sugar
1 cup natural applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
1 cup cinnamon baking chips
1 cup peanut butter
6 tablespoons honey

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["Preheat oven to 350.", "In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, ground oats, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice and ginger.", "In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar.", "Mix in the applesauce and vanilla until combined.", "Beat in the egg, making sure to stop and scrape down the bowl a couple times.", "Add the dry ingredients and stir just until combined - fold in the cinnamon chips.", "Scoop mixture into a 9"" x 13"" baking dish coated with nonstick spray and use an off-set spatula to spread the mixture evenly.", "Bake until golden and the center just begins to spring back when lightly touched in the center - about 30-40 minutes, the center should still be moist -- but not wet.", "Remove and place baking dish on a wire rack to cool completely.", "To make the glaze:.", "In a medium microwave-safe bowl, add the peanut butter and honey.", "Heat in the microwave just until the peanut butter softens.", "Stir the two together until smooth and quickly spread the mixture over the bars."]

1130

kcal

Calories

Fat

200

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour, ½ cup white whole wheat flour, ⅔ cup rolled oats, ground in a food processor for 30 seconds, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon-Apple Bars With Peanut Butter Glaze 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.

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Cinnamon-Apple Bars With Peanut Butter Glaze

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