Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars Recipe
Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars are a delightful treat featuring a buttery oat and flour crust layered with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples and drizzled with rich salted caramel sauce. Baked to golden perfection, these bars combine crisp textures and warm, comforting flavors perfect for fall desserts or anytime you crave a sweet, fruity snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust and Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 4 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust and Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted unsalted butter and mix everything together until the mixture becomes crumbly and holds together when pressed.
- Layer the Ingredients: Press half of the crumbly mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking pan to form the crust. Evenly layer the peeled and diced apples over the crust. Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the apples. Finally, sprinkle the remaining crumbly mixture on top to create the crisp topping.
- Bake and Serve: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled bars for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the apples are tender. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy the rich, sweet, and comforting flavors.
Notes
- Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
- Ensure the apples are diced evenly for consistent cooking.
- For extra crunch, you can sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans on top before baking.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently before serving to soften the bars.
Keywords: Salted Caramel, Apple Crisp Bars, Fall Dessert, Baked Bars, Sweet Treat, Caramel Apple, Oat Crust
