Description
Indulge in these deliciously sweet and salty caramel apple pie bars, perfect for any dessert lover. Each bite combines tender apple slices with a rich caramel sauce, all nestled in a buttery crust.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the softened butter and vanilla extract, mixing until crumbly.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the apple layer, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the caramel and apples.
- Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of different apple varieties.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg