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Apple Pie Bars

Irresistible Apple Pie Bars That Are Bursting with Flavor

These Apple Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring a buttery crust filled with tart Granny Smith apples.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitution: Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Apple Filling
  • 6 cups Granny Smith apples Substitution: Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for different flavor profiles.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch Substitution: Use all-purpose flour, arrowroot, or tapioca starch.
Optional Addition
  • 0.5 cups caramel sauce Drizzle for additional sweetness and indulgence.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer.
  4. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing on low speed.
  5. Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  6. In a large bowl, toss the thinly sliced Granny Smith apples with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
  7. Remove the base from the oven and layer the spiced apple mixture evenly over the crust.
  8. Crumble the reserved dough over the apple layer.
  9. Bake the assembled apple pie bars for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Once baked, allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These apple pie bars are ideal for gatherings; they're portable, easy to cut, and sure to please a crowd.

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