These delectable Apple Pie Bars are a mouthwatering dessert perfect for apple season. Each bite is a burst of sweet, cinnamon apple goodness enveloped in a buttery crust and crumble topping.
These Apple Pie Bars start with a tender nutty pastry base that’s perfectly balanced with just the right amount of crispiness. Fresh, juicy apples are thinly sliced and infused with cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg creating a harmonious blend of flavors that is very comforting. The apple are generously layered over the buttery crust and covered with an oat and almond crumble topping.
It is an easy, simple, and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. It is perfect for sharing with friends and family, or just treating yourself to a moment of pure deliciousness. Everybody will be delighted and ask for more.
Whether enjoyed on its own or with a drizzle of Salted Caramel Sauce these Apple Pie Bars will surely turn into a favorite treat.
How to make apple pie bars
Begin by preheating your oven to 300°F (150°C) and grease an 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan with butter. Line the pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
To prepare the crust, take a medium bowl and combine softened butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the ingredients form a creamy texture. Gradually add flour, ground almonds, and a touch of cinnamon.
Press the crust mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake it for approximately 15-18 minutes, or until it takes on a light golden brown hue. Once done, allow it to cool for a short while.
Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) to prepare for the next step. Now, let’s prepare the crumble topping. Combine the oats, flour, ground almonds, brown sugar, and a bit more cinnamon. Integrate the melted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set this aside for later use.
Moving to the apple filling, peel and core the apples, then slice them into thin, ¼-inch (6mm) pieces. In a separate medium-sized bowl, gently toss the apple slices with sugar, a bit of flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Spread the tossed apple slices evenly over the crust in the baking pan. Next, generously sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples, ensuring an even distribution.
Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes until the crumble turn a light golden brown. The apples should also be tender.
Allow the bars to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours. Once chilled, carefully cut them into individual bars. For an extra touch of decadence, serve with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.
Hope you will try them out and share them with family and friends. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Enjoy!
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Apple Pie Bars
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter , room temperature
- 3/4 cup (100g) flour
- 1/4 cup (25g) almond flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1g) cinnamon
- 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
For the Apple Filling
- 1 pound (450g) apples ,about 3 medium apples, peeled and cored
- 1 tbsp (15g) sugar
- 1 tsp (3g) cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp (1g) nutmeg
- 2 tbsp (20g) all-purpose flour
Crumble Topping
- 1/4 cup (25g) oats
- 1/4 cup (25g) almond flour
- 1/4 cup (30g) flour
- 1/4 cup (56g) butter , melted
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp (1g) ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 F (150C). Grease with butter an 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan. Line with parchment paper.
Prepare the crust.
- In a large bowl add the butter, sugar, vanilla and salt. Mix until creamy.
- Incorporate the flour, ground almonds and cinnamon.
- Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for about 15-18 minutes until lightly golden brown. Set aside and let cool slightly.
- Turn on the oven to 350 (180C).
Prepare the crumble topping.
- In a large bowl combine rolled oats, flour, ground almonds, brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Add the melted butter and mix until crumbs are formed. Set aside.
Prepare the apple filling.
- Peel and core the apples and cut into ¼-inch (6mm) slices.
- In a medium bowl toss the apple slices with sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Spread the tossed apples over the crust.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the crumble is lightly browned and the apples are tender.
- Let cool at room temperature then chill for 2 hours.
- Cut into bars and serve with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.
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