Here’s a delicious recipe for Apple and Chocolate Chip Squares—soft, moist, and packed with sweet apples and melty chocolate chips! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Apple & Chocolate Chip Squares
(Makes 9–12 squares)
Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
- 1 cup (120g) diced apples (peeled & finely chopped)
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Add egg and vanilla, stirring until smooth.
4. Combine & Fold:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using).
5. Bake:
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out and slice into squares.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days (or freeze for longer).
Variations:
- Cinnamon Sugar Top: Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar before baking.
- Oatmeal Twist: Replace ½ cup flour with rolled oats for extra texture.
These squares are irresistibly soft, fruity, and chocolatey—great for any occasion!