Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
If you’re craving a dessert that embodies the essence of fall, these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are your perfect solution! Combining the traditional flavors of apple pie with a delightful salted caramel twist, these bars are both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. The spiced apple filling is nestled between a buttery oat crumble that complements the sweetness of caramel beautifully. Whether for a busy weeknight treat or a family gathering, these bars will quickly become a favorite. Prepare for warm memories and cozy aromas wafting through your home as you indulge in this comforting dessert!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 medium apples, sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 and 1/2 cups salted butter, melted
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp salted butter, cubed (for sauce)
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream
- pinch of fine sea salt
- 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/8 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice and other filling ingredients; set aside.
- Melt salted butter in a large bowl, then mix in remaining crust ingredients until crumbly.
- Press half of the crust mixture into the prepared pan, layer with spiced apples, and sprinkle the reserved crust on top.
- Bake for 38 to 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- While baking, prepare the salted caramel sauce by melting granulated sugar and adding cubed butter and heavy cream until smooth.
- Cool bars completely before slicing and drizzle with caramel before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 83g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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