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No one ever guesses these sweet “apple” slices are made with zucchini. In fact, there isn’t a bit of apple in them. What I like about this yummy recipe is that it makes a lot using economical ingredients. \u2014Lynn Hamilton, Naperville, Illinois<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":43963,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304158,305488,304328,304288,305487,304515,304390,303966,304368,306848,304268,304558,324623,304388,303994,304150,307614,304353,307815],"categories-v2":[308500,310461,309438,310802,308988,308319,308984,308481,259620,310796,308880,308761,308495,308745,309603,259483,308910,309177,308752,308528,309434,310591,309005,310779],"coauthors":[305],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Apple Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/EXPS_TOHAS24_6086_DR_03_19_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mini Apple Pies","post_link":"\/recipes\/hand-held-apple-pies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Hand-Held-Apple-Pies_EXPS_FT23_152990_JR_1110_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Pie Bites","post_link":"\/recipes\/bite-sized-apple-pies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps137979_SD153322D04_03_2b-2.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Pie Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-pie-cupcakes-with-cinnamon-buttercream\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Apple-Pie-Cupcakes_EXPS_TOHD24_177885_DanielleMoore_8.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Slab Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/farm-apple-pan-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Farm-Apple-Pan-Pie_EXPS_FBMZ16_1988_A05_18_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Glazed Apple Pie Squares","post_link":"\/recipes\/glazed-apple-pie-squares\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps43372_TH1443683D69A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Raspberry Pie Squares","post_link":"\/recipes\/raspberry-pie-squares\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Raspberry-Pie-Squares_exps50588_HCA2081250B07_12_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Pineapple Apple Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/pineapple-apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pineapple-Apple-Pie_EXPS_FT25_59539_JR_0408_6.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Raspberry Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/berry-apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Berry-Apple-Pie_EXPS_FT22_42356_F_0511_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Upside-Down Apple Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/upside-down-apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps28980_C2376958B04_04_2b_WEB.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Quince Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-quince-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps34783_LT1191214D58.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mock Apple Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/mock-apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Mock-Apple-Pie_EXPS_FT21_9228_F_1027_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Pineapple Dessert Squares","post_link":"\/recipes\/pineapple-dessert-squares\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps39281_THCS1115472B11_16_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Pie Sandwiches","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-pie-sandwiches\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Apple-Pie-Sandwiches_exps16710_GFKL1178118D23A_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Cookie Sheet Apple Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/cookie-sheet-apple-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps200_TH1606C37B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Pastry Squares","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-pastry-squares\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps4284_remjf92p33dtran.jpg"},{"post_title":"Sour Cream Apple Squares","post_link":"\/recipes\/sour-cream-apple-squares\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps4126_RM1396C51B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Apple Pie Pastries","post_link":"\/recipes\/apple-pie-pastries\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Apple-Pie-Pastries_exps33482_TH1193306E6B_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mock Apple Strudel","post_link":"\/recipes\/mock-apple-strudel\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Mock-Apple-Strudel_exps49543_THHC1997839C07_07_5bC_RMS.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/exps37141_TH1115383D01_26_5b_WEB.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mock-apple-pie-squares\/","name":"Mock Apple Pie Squares","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2022-09-30","prepTime":"PT30M","cookTime":"PT25M","totalTime":"PT55M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps37141_TH1115383D01_26_5b_WEB.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Desserts"],"description":"No one ever guesses these sweet \"apple\" slices are made with zucchini. 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Omitted the raisins, used a handful of walnuts and substituted one cup of whole wheat flour.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeCoffee"},"reviewBody":"Enjoyed these bars. The topping is the same as the crust (answer to a previous question). I left out the raisins and nuts, and the bars turned out fine. Next time, I would slice the zucchini slices in half, too, even though the recipe doesn't call for it. 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Just reminded me so much of something we would get in Lancaster. LOVE IT!!! I did omit the raisins and walnuts, just my preference.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCloud"},"reviewBody":"This is wonderful. I didn't believe it would taste like apple pie but it does. It has a lot of sugar in it but the sweetness is not overpowering like I thought it would be. Definitely a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-07-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this recipe for years, always with rave reviews. It really does taste like apple! Great use of those overflowing garden goodies. Wonderful recipe for a bunch, highly recommend.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldRocket"},"reviewBody":"I've made this before and everyone was surprised there were no apples, very good. I have 2 picky people in my family and have done a few of these fake-outs, now they are afraid to try my recipes even though they are always good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"37141","romance_copy_dek":"No one ever guesses these sweet \"apple\" slices are made with zucchini. 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This is a great recipe. We found it a little sweet. Need something like this with less sugar.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"","GUID":"83732c56729f454797dda53d5ab1c77a","MemberId":3355514,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"LindaSuzanna","SubmittedDate":"08\/23\/2017 12:04"},{"Comment":"

I have been making this recipe for years, always with rave reviews. It really does taste like apple! Great use of those overflowing garden goodies. Wonderful recipe for a bunch, highly recommend.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"07\/23\/2017 20:18","GUID":"3DA0C4E2FC6A430BA48E4083FBE8802F","MemberId":496732,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JGa2595176","SubmittedDate":"07\/23\/2017 20:18"},{"Comment":"

I made the mistake of using grated zucchini that I had frozen over the summer and as a result the texture was not so great (a bit stringy). Next time I'll follow the recipe properly because the taste, though sweet, is really nice. Thanks for sharing :)<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"12\/03\/2016 12:58","GUID":"d019f827fed74a3eaa2109165e6b9f11","MemberId":8978375,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Lauren","SubmittedDate":"12\/03\/2016 12:58"},{"Comment":"

UNBELIEVABLE!! Try it and you'll be amazed. I still can't believe how good this is. Omitted the raisins, used a handful of walnuts and substituted one cup of whole wheat flour.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"06\/21\/2016 19:01","GUID":"e32b90faa4664c59aaeedb7ccd2a624b","MemberId":8762341,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"TAHoHeMA","SubmittedDate":"06\/21\/2016 18:59"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"07\/23\/2013 10:05","GUID":"9B43F412C4971024B64547D468A27D74","MemberId":19955,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"mlm76","SubmittedDate":"07\/23\/2013 10:05"},{"Comment":"

This is wonderful. I didn't believe it would taste like apple pie but it does. It has a lot of sugar in it but the sweetness is not overpowering like I thought it would be. Definitely a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"07\/10\/2013 12:30","GUID":"9c71f87a3d464c1dba6c383932e5a3ed","MemberId":1952741,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kayquilt","SubmittedDate":"07\/10\/2013 12:29"},{"Comment":"

I've made this recipe several times now & really love it. You can't tell at all that it's made with zucchini.I took some to work & they loved it .Naturally I had to share the recipe with my co-workers.I love this recipe!YUMMY!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"07\/10\/2012 13:04","GUID":"639202C0818C4F3BA21C6C26370719FE","MemberId":675456,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"marishka","SubmittedDate":"07\/10\/2012 13:05"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"08\/20\/2011 13:54","GUID":"9F41DCA404DF4B7AAC414AB9C404591D","MemberId":539854,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ksandjs1","SubmittedDate":"08\/20\/2011 13:54"},{"Comment":"

Enjoyed these bars. The topping is the same as the crust (answer to a previous question). I left out the raisins and nuts, and the bars turned out fine. Next time, I would slice the zucchini slices in half, too, even though the recipe doesn't call for it. Thanks!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"07\/25\/2011 17:57","GUID":"F20406E73A9E4254CF6B557F5751BC5E","MemberId":141506,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"DianeC23","SubmittedDate":"07\/25\/2011 17:57"},{"Comment":"

ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! The yummy smell and taste made me think of the Amish. Just reminded me so much of something we would get in Lancaster. LOVE IT!!! I did omit the raisins and walnuts, just my preference.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"07\/11\/2011 13:24","GUID":"618bbe76f0b64ded853e02d258d2ea2b","MemberId":4174346,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mln2603","SubmittedDate":"07\/11\/2011 13:24"},{"Comment":"

My family thought they were eating apple instead of zucchini. I made a few alterations on my second batch. I substituted Splenda Brown Sugar blend and sugar substitute for the sugar and was very pleased with the results.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/11\/2010 14:49","GUID":"b296bf97b56941599d8ec17a717152be","MemberId":1931124,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JulMar327","SubmittedDate":"10\/11\/2010 14:49"},{"Comment":"

I have not yet made this recipe though it is on the list for dinner tonight. I would like to point out though that no cook temp. is listed it tells you to bake them even for how long but not at what temp.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"08\/21\/2010 19:15","GUID":"97131f05e2934e07a30143030b2511b8","MemberId":4891378,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"treazon88","SubmittedDate":"08\/21\/2010 19:15"},{"Comment":"

The picture shows a topping that doesn't appear to be included in the recipe. Whattup? What are others using?<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"08\/21\/2010 01:27","GUID":"924434c6edce4dd68d4e15e5ea710ba6","MemberId":1441501,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"JBorgie","SubmittedDate":"08\/21\/2010 01:27"},{"Comment":"

I would have to change the crust recipe; use a lower fat and calorie recipe! And must use sugar substitute and half the walnuts and raisins; and toast the walnuts first! I bet it is tasty; like the mock apple RITZ pie recipe using NO apples!<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"08\/20\/2010 16:45","GUID":"788465cfad104cb7a449564320c7d7b0","MemberId":4659996,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lindajoynes","SubmittedDate":"08\/20\/2010 16:45"},{"Comment":"

I've made this before and everyone was surprised there were no apples, very good. I have 2 picky people in my family and have done a few of these fake-outs, now they are afraid to try my recipes even though they are always good.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"08\/20\/2010 11:40","GUID":"ae35bba9d78247829db8f05fa1ab8265","MemberId":4504275,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Lynsue","SubmittedDate":"08\/20\/2010 11:40"},{"Comment":"

Made this last summer and took it to a bake sale. Got raves from those who tried it! 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