Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are a warm, comforting dessert that combines tart apples, rich salted caramel, and a buttery crumble topping. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars are easy to prepare and will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Each bite is a delightful mix of sweet and salty flavors, making them an instant favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith), peeled and sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced apples with ½ cup brown sugar and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, remaining ½ cup brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Press half of this mixture into the prepared dish as the crust.
- Layer the apple slices on top of the crust and drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the apples.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Customize by using pears instead of apples or adding nuts for extra crunch. - For added flavor, incorporate spices like nutmeg or cinnamon into the crumble topping. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.