Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats1 tablespoon baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/2 cups diced peeled tart apple1/2 cup chopped walnutsConfectioners’ sugar

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in apple and nuts.

Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Cut into bars.