Prepare to fall in love with each bite of these Apple Fritter Bars, where the tartness of fresh apples meets the warmth of cinnamon, all wrapped in a soft, sweet batter. The bars are then drizzled with a simple, yet irresistible vanilla glaze, creating a delightful treat that's reminiscent of classic apple fritters. Here's how to bring this autumnal joy into your kitchen.
Batter Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted, for a rich flavor
- ½ cup (110 g) packed light brown sugar, for sweetness and moisture
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar, for sweetness
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) honey, for a touch of natural flavor
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract, for a fragrant aroma
- 1 large egg, room temperature, for structure
- ½ teaspoon salt, to balance the flavors
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided, for that warm spice
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda, for a light texture
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (160 g) all-purpose flour, sifted, for the base
- 2 ¼ cups (260 g) chopped tart apples, like Granny Smith, for a tangy bite
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar (made from 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon), for topping
Vanilla Glaze Ingredients:
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, for sweetness
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) milk, to adjust consistency
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract, for flavor
Instructions:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- Stir together melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, honey, vanilla, and egg until the mixture is glossy.
- Incorporate salt, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and baking soda. Gently fold in the sifted flour until just combined.
- Toss the chopped apples with the remaining cinnamon, then fold them into the batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely, then chill for 2 hours for easier slicing.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the bars.
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