Easy Apple Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   If you need to toast the pecans, place pecans on baking sheet; bake 3-5 minutes; set aside.
3. 3
   In an 8-inch baking pan, spread chopped apples and sprinkle with sugar.
4. 4
   Using a fork, stir in pecans (unless you want to sprinkle them on top), flours, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda until apples are coated.
5. 5
   Use a rubber spatula to stir in coffee, oil, egg and vanilla, scraping sides and bottom of pan. Smooth top with spatula.
6. 6
   If saving pecans, sprinkle over top.
7. 7
   Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Cool on rack and cut into 16 squares.
9. 9
   Serve warm or cold. Refrigerate or freeze after 2 days.