Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1/2 cup molasses (unsulphured)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups tart apples, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 cup hot water
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined and smooth.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the hot water, and mix until just combined.
Step 6: Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 7: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
Use Granny Smith apples for the best tart flavor and firm texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Christmas & Holiday Dishes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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