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We’re diving fully into all the fall flavors today with these delicious pumpkin apple cinnamon bars.
I LOVE how these turned out. Am I allowed to say that about my own recipe? They’re soft baked bars packed with all the fall flavors we love. Low in added sugar, so they’re perfect for little ones. I think they probably could have used 1 more tbsp of honey, but they are fine as is too. Hope you love them!
ALLERGENS
This recipe has eggs and wheat.
If you’d like to try it with an egg replacer, this one available online at Target. This post highlights other ideas for egg substitutes in recipes.
STORAGE
I stored these in the fridge for 3-4 days, then transferred to the freezer. They can stay in the freezer for 2-3 months.
To freeze I would line a baking sheet with foil or parchment then lay in a single layer and place in the freezer. Once frozen (give it a few hours) you can transfer to another container. This way they are individually frozen rather than all stuck together in one huge block!
TOOLS USED/RECOMMENDED
8×8 pan – I have this one (and a TON of bakeware from this brand. So high quality!!)
Parchment paper – I buy precut online because I find dealing with a roll of parchment to be the most annoying thing and it’s just so much easier to have it cut for you! Comes in a variety of sizes. Pro tip – crumple up before lining your pan and it will stay in there much better.
More easy and delicious recipes for your little one found here!
Pumpkin Apple Cinnamon Bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin purée unsweetened
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup finely chopped or grated apple
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, applesauce, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup or honey.
- Stir in the grated/chopped apple.
- Add the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Pour the batter into your prepared dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Report back if you give them a try 🙂 Thanks for reading!
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