Baked Apple Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter.
02 - 1/4 cup sugar.
03 - 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder.
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce.
05 - 1 1/2 cups finely chopped apples.
06 - 1 large egg.
07 - 1 1/2 cups plain flour.
08 - 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
10 - 2 cups icing sugar.
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
12 - 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons apple cider.

# Instructions:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and lightly grease your baking tray.
02 - Stir together flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
03 - Combine butter with sugar, then stir in the egg, applesauce, and vanilla.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring just until combined.
05 - Carefully mix in the diced apples.
06 - Scoop batter by tablespoons onto the prepared baking tray.
07 - Bake for ten minutes. Then switch to broiling.
08 - Blend icing sugar and apple cider until smooth for the glaze.
09 - Brush the tops with glaze and place under the broiler for 2-4 minutes to caramelize.
10 - Add another layer of glaze and leave them for 15 minutes to set.

# Notes:

01 - A lighter version, made in the oven.
02 - Great for autumn!
03 - Fresh apples are a key ingredient.
04 - Fast to make and enjoy.