Apple Cheddar Granola Bars

3/4 cup applesauce
1/4 cup apple juice
2 eggs
1/4 cup oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups regular or low fat granola
2 cups (8 ounces) grated Cheddar cheese

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

Combine applesauce, juice, eggs and oil. Beat. Stir in flour, baking powder, salt, granola, and three-fourths of the cheese. Place prepared baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.