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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars: Fall's Sweetest Treat

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are a cozy dessert combining spiced apples, rich caramel, and a buttery crumble, perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Opt for kosher or sea salt.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour is great for denser texture.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Sliced Apples Use tart varieties like Granny Smith and sweet varieties like Honeycrisp.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can be added for extra warmth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Allspice can also be used.
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Use store-bought or homemade, ensuring it’s pourable.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring cup
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until the texture resembles coarse sand. Set aside about one-third of this mixture for topping.
  4. Press the larger portion of the crust mixture into the bottom of the baking pan and bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Prepare the filling by tossing sliced apples with ground cinnamon and nutmeg, then arrange over the baked crust.
  6. Drizzle the salted caramel sauce generously over the apples.
  7. Crumble the reserved topping mixture evenly over the apple caramel layer.
  8. Bake for an additional 40 to 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a complex flavor. Allow bars to cool fully for clean cuts and preserve flavor quality.

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