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

Add butter; pulse until well incorporated.

Whisk egg, oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla and almond extract in a small bowl.

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With the motor running, add the mixture

to the food processor.

Set aside for the topping.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Generously coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Stir in the remaining 2 cups apples, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Transfer the dough to the prepared baking dish.

Spread evenly and press firmly into the bottom to form a crust.

Spread the fruit filling over the crust.

Sprinkle the reserved topping over the filling.

Bake the bars for 15 minutes.

Let cool completely before cutting into bars, at least 1 1/2 hours.

Cover or individually wrap and refrigerate the cooled bars for up to 5 days.

you could find it in the natural-foods section of large supermarkets and natural-foods stores.

Store in the freezer.

Easy cleanup: Dessert pans can be a headache to clean.

Skip the soaking and scrubbing by lining your pan with parchment paper before you bake.

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