If you're craving something sweet, these vegan apple bars with caramel frosting are the perfect gluten-free treat for you. They are moist, flavorful, and topped with a delicious caramel frosting made from coconut cream. They are full of diced apples and a hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour. 1 cup coconut sugar. 1 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp baking soda. 1/2 tsp salt. 1 tsp ground cinnamon. 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg. 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 2 cups diced apples peeled and cored. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional. 1 cup coconut cream. 1/2 cup coconut sugar. 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir in applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. Fold in diced apples and walnuts, if using. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. While the bars are baking, prepare the caramel frosting: In a small saucepan, combine coconut cream and coconut sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Once the bars are baked, let them cool completely in the pan. Spread the caramel frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
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