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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Fall in Love with Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Indulge in these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars, the perfect fall dessert combining tender apples, cinnamon, and rich salted caramel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Swap for brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Try coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust it to suit your taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works too.
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups Apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) Offers amazing flavor and texture; feel free to use your favorite kind.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Add nutmeg for an extra kick.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Use store-bought or homemade, ensuring it's pourable.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring until well blended. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until crumbly.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  3. Press two-thirds of the crust mixture into the bottom of the lined baking pan to create a solid base.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  4. Slice apples thinly and toss with ground cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread evenly over the crust.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  5. Drizzle salted caramel sauce generously over the apple layer.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  6. Crumble the remaining crust mixture evenly over the apples to create a topping.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
    Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose a mix of tart and sweet apple varieties for balanced flavor. Ensure the crust mixture resembles coarse crumbs; overmixing can lead to dense bars. Allow to cool completely for clean slicing. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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