Cinnamon-Apple Bars with Icing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (187.5g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (115g) packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 1 1/2 cups (375g) peeled and sliced apples (about 3 medium apples)
• 1/2 cup (115g) chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Icing:

• 1 cup (120g) confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Transfer half of the mixture to the prepared pan and press into an even layer.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced apples and walnuts (if using).
5. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust.
6. Top with the remaining crumb mixture and press gently.
7. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
8. Let cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
10. Drizzle the icing over the cooled bars and let set.

Nutritional Information (per bar):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 140mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Sweet and tart
• Buttery and flaky
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These bars are absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and tart."
• "I love the crunchy topping and the soft apples."
• "I made these for a brunch party and they were a huge hit!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples for even cooking.
• If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute pecans or almonds.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting into them to prevent crumbling.