Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In non-stick pan combine sugar, sytrup and applesauce and heat until sugar is dissolved. In a bowl, combine cereal, craisins and nuts. In a separate bowl, add flour to appricots and mix to coat. Add to cereal mixture and mix. Stir in egg whites, vanilla, and mix well. Spray a 9-inch square pan with spray. Add mixture, pressing firmly. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes and cut into bars. makes 1 dozen.