Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 dish with parchment.⁣

Step 2

Combine applesauce, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla.⁣

Step 3

Add oats, flour, cinnamon, salt. ⁣Combine and press into pan. Bake 10 minutes.⁣

Step 4

Toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, salt and optional lemon juice/zest. Sprinkle on the crust layer and press down to pack in tightly.

Step 5

Bake 30 more minutes.⁣

Step 6

Let bars cool and set in the fridge for a few hours, slice and enjoy!