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Apple Pie Bars

Irresistibly Sweet Apple Pie Bars That Everyone Will Love

These Apple Pie Bars capture all the cozy flavors of autumn in a convenient, easy-to-serve slice that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens both crust and filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic depth.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Granny Smith Apples Can substitute with Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Provides warmth and spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Prevents browning.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens filling.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Optional, for drizzling.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together 2 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of sugar in a large mixing bowl for 2-3 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and blend.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture until a crumbly dough forms.
  5. Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, toss 4 cups of sliced apples with 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
  7. Spread the apple mixture over the pressed dough.
  8. Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the apple filling.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
  10. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  11. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing dough and ensure to cool completely before slicing.

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