Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars. Perfectly baked in just 45 minutes, these bars feature a delicious blend of sweet, juicy apples enveloped in gooey salted caramel, all topped with a delightful crumbly mixture. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply craving a cozy dessert after dinner, these bars are sure to be a hit. With their easy preparation and fantastic taste, you’ll find yourself coming back for more each autumn season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup 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 well combined.
- Stir in flour until crumbly; press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Toss sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg; layer over the crust.
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the apples and crumble remaining mixture on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg