APPLESAUCE WALNUT BARS

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Very moist and chewy!

Provided by Marsha Dill

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup shortening
1 ¼ cups white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; gradually stir into the batter. Fold in chopped walnuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 25.6 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Dsdax
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These bars are the perfect fall treat. They're warm, cozy, and delicious.


Adri
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I love the way the applesauce and walnuts give these bars a moist and flavorful texture.


yonatan elias
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These bars are so good! I can't believe how easy they were to make.


johanna keyes
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I've been making these bars for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Bj Payne
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These bars are a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love them!


QEEN SARA
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These bars are delicious and they're so easy to make.


Prapti Acharya
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the way the applesauce and walnuts play off of each other.


Gulam Abbas
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Mon
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These bars are so moist and flavorful. I love the way the applesauce and walnuts complement each other.


Kevin Adams
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. I've even started experimenting with different variations, like adding chocolate chips or dried cranberries.


Dorsarge Irene
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover applesauce. I always have a jar of applesauce in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in.


jilu akter
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I'm not a big fan of applesauce, but I loved these bars. The walnuts and spices really balance out the flavor of the applesauce.


Hilal Afridi
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These bars are the perfect fall treat. The applesauce and walnuts give them a warm and cozy flavor that's perfect for a chilly day.


Akash Kunwar
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I made these bars with my kids and they had a blast. They loved helping me mix the ingredients and pour the batter into the pan. It was a great bonding experience.


Majalis o Azadari Imam Hussain A.s
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These bars are so easy to make! I had them in the oven in less than 30 minutes. They're a great recipe for busy weeknights.


shahanaz begum
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I love the combination of applesauce and walnuts in these bars. They're a delicious and healthy snack that's perfect for on the go.


samir mughal
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These applesauce walnut bars were a hit with my family! They're moist, flavorful, and have the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making them again.