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Salted Caramel Apple Bars

Delicious Salted Caramel Apple Bars for Cozy Fall Moments

Indulge in Salted Caramel Apple Bars, a perfect fall dessert combining sweet apples and rich salted caramel.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 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 Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats Ensure they're certified gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Use lower sugar alternatives if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Make sure it’s fresh for best results.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Opt for vegan butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free choice.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider vanilla bean paste for intensity.
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups Apples Select firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Prevents browning of apples.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Infuses warmth and fall spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Omit if unavailable or use allspice.
For the Salted Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt For garnishing.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Apple Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla, mixing until crumbly.
  3. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the greased dish to form the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Toss diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
  5. Layer the apple mixture over the baked crust and drizzle salted caramel sauce on top.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the apple filling evenly and press down slightly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  8. Remove from oven and cool for 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with sea salt before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

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