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Caramel Apple Crumble Bars Fall Treat

Delicious Caramel Apple Crumble Bars: Your Perfect Fall Treat

Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are a delightful fall treat, combining salted caramel and tender apples for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumble Base
  • 1 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with margarine for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt adds a gourmet touch.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour could change texture.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Thinly Sliced Apples Mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can be added for extra spice.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, blend together the melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Gradually add in the flour, stirring until it resembles coarse crumbs, setting aside two-thirds for topping.
  4. Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  5. Toss the sliced apples with ground cinnamon and nutmeg in a separate bowl, then layer over the crust.
  6. Drizzle salted caramel sauce generously over the apple layer.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture evenly over the apples and caramel.
  8. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
  9. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for best flavor, and avoid overmixing to retain the crumble texture. Always cool completely for clean slices.

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