Recipe For Apple And Chocolate Chip Squares

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).