Apple Pie Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars
Apple Pie Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon, sweet apples, and buttery cookie dough. These delightful bars are perfect for cozy gatherings or casual snacking, evoking nostalgia with every bite. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling
- 1/4 cup cinnamon-sugar mixture (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Press half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Spoon apple pie filling over the dough base evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of remaining dough over the filling.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for more complex flavor. Add nuts for extra crunch or swap for different fruit fillings like peaches or pears.