Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars, a perfect dessert for any occasion. With a buttery crust, sweet and tart apples, and rich salted caramel sauce, these bars are sure to become a favorite. Easy to make in just 45 minutes, they are ideal for cozy nights at home or festive gatherings with family and friends. The crunchy crumble topping adds an irresistible texture that complements the gooey filling, making every bite a treat to remember. Enjoy them warm or cold, and don’t forget to share!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups peeled and thinly sliced apples (about 3 medium)
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon 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 combined.
- Stir in flour until crumbly; press two-thirds into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Toss the sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg; spread over the crust.
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over apples and crumble remaining mixture on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. You can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for better texture. Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits for extra taste variations.