Apple Cinnamon Fruit Bars

These easy apple-cinnamon fruit bars make a big batch--perfect for fall potlucks and parties.

273 Calories

17g Carbohydrates

14g Protein

439mg Potassium

8g Fiber

7g Sugar

1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds or hazelnuts) or old-fashioned rolled oats, divided
3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour (see Tip)
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or avocado
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
6 cups diced peeled apples, divided
1/2 cup apple cider or orange juice
½ cup sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract