Danish Pastry Apple Bars II

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix until blended.
4. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. In a bowl, mix together the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts. Spread over the dough.
5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• Danish pastry is a type of sweet pastry that originated in Denmark.
• Apple bars are a great way to use up any apples you have lying around.
• You can use any type of apple for this recipe, but tart apples like Granny Smith will give you the best flavor.