Autumn Apple Bars

Autumn Apple Bars

1 c. applesauce
1/3 c. turbinado sugar
3 TBSP. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. extra fine sea salt
1/4 tsp. cardamon
2 apples, peeled, cored, quartered, and thinly sliced
1/2 c. walnuts

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly spray a 8" x 8" square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

-In a large bowl, whisk together the applesauce, sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla
-Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, sea salt and cardamon into the wet mixture.
-Gently fold a few times. Add the apples and walnuts. Continue to fold until combined.
-Pour into prepared pan.
-Bake 45 minutes or until the poke test comes out clean and edges are pulling away from the sides of pan.

Cool, cut and enjoy!