Description
Delight in the flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars. This delicious dessert combines tender, sweet apples with a rich salted caramel sauce, all topped with a buttery crumbly mixture that adds the perfect crunch. Ideal for any autumn gathering or cozy evening at home, these bars are not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare. In just over an hour, you can whip up a delightful treat that your family and friends will love. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of extra caramel for an indulgent experience. Whether you’re hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or enjoying a quiet night in, these bars are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups sliced apples
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add flour until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Toss sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg; spread over the crust.
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the apples evenly.
- Crumble the remaining mixture on top of the apple filling.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg