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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Cozy Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars for Fall Bliss

Delicious Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars that perfectly capture the essence of fall, with buttery crumble, spiced apples, and rich salted caramel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumble Base
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter substitute with margarine for a dairy-free version
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar can enhance the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla for the best results
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour using all-purpose ensures a perfect texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt coarse sea salt can add a delightful crunch
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups Thinly Sliced Apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp) mixing tart and sweet apples enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon substitute with apple pie spice if preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg freshly grated nutmeg delivers the best flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce ensure it's pourable, homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Additional Crumble Mixture use remaining crumbs from the base

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cup
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour and mix until crumbly.
  3. Press about two-thirds of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. While the crust is baking, peel and thinly slice your apples. Toss them with ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
  5. Remove the crust from the oven and spread the spiced apple mixture evenly over it.
  6. Generously drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the apple layer.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on top, ensuring even coverage.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
  9. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for the best texture. Use high-quality salted caramel for superior flavor.

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