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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars for Cozy Fall Desserts

Indulge in these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars, combining spiced apples and buttery crumble for a cozy dessert that embodies fall.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter Provides richness and moisture; substitute with margarine if needed.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness; brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor; use pure vanilla for the best quality.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the structure; whole wheat flour can add nuttier taste.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) The star ingredient; choose firm apples.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth; freshly grated intensifies the taste.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Complements cinnamon; use sparingly.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Adds a sweet and salty flavor explosion; store-bought is acceptable.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently stir in all-purpose flour until the mixture resembles coarse sand, then set aside two-thirds for topping.
  4. Toss sliced apples with ground cinnamon and nutmeg until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust, drizzling a generous amount of salted caramel sauce over the apples.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved crumble topping evenly over the apple and caramel layers.
  7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  8. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allowing the bars to cool completely ensures they retain their shape and don’t crumble apart. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.

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