Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Apple Pie Bars, a perfect treat that combines a buttery shortbread crust with tender spiced apples and a crunchy streusel topping. These bars evoke the warmth of autumn and are great for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. With their enticing aroma and comforting taste, they’re sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Quick and easy to prepare, these Apple Pie Bars can be made ahead of time, ensuring you always have a delicious dessert on hand for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust and topping)
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Press the crust mixture into the prepared pan evenly and bake for about 15 minutes until just set.
- Meanwhile, mix sliced apples with granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon in another bowl.
- For the streusel topping, combine oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cold cubed butter until crumbly.
- Once the crust is slightly cooled, spread the apple mixture over it and sprinkle with streusel topping.
- Bake for an additional 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg