Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Caramel Apple Crumble Bars, featuring warm, gooey caramel and crisp apples enveloped in a buttery crumble. This delightful treat is perfect for fall gatherings or any occasion where comfort food reigns supreme. With a tantalizing blend of textures and sweetness, these bars will transport you to a cozy autumn day with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (light)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and sliced)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, oats, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until crumbly with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish to form a crust.
- Toss sliced apples with cinnamon and lemon juice; drizzle half of the caramel over them before spreading evenly on the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble topping over the apples and drizzle with any remaining caramel.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg