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Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars for Cozy Fall Moments

Enjoy the delicious Sweet-Salty balance of Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars, perfect for cozy fall moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blends work
  • 1 cup rolled oats preferred for best results
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated works best
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt fine sea salt ensures even distribution
  • 1/2 cup butter can swap with coconut oil for dairy-free option
For the Filling
  • 3 cups diced apples Granny Smith adds tartness
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce homemade or store-bought
For the Topping
  • 1 cup reserved crust mixture from the crust mixture

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preheat and Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Make the Crust
  1. Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Pour in melted butter and stir until resembles damp sand. Set aside 1 cup for topping.
  3. Press remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
Prepare Filling
  1. Toss diced apples with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Spread apple filling evenly over baked crust, drizzle with salted caramel sauce, and sprinkle reserved crumb mixture on top.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes until topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Lift out and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze individual squares for up to 2 months.

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