Description
Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of apples with a rich caramel sauce, featuring a buttery, crumbly crust topped with tender apples and a crunchy crumble topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by peeling, coring, and dicing the apples, then mixing them with lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Make the crumble topping by combining flour, oats, sugars, cinnamon, and salt, then mixing in melted butter until crumbly.
- Assemble the bars by pressing two-thirds of the crumble mixture into a baking dish, adding the apple filling, and drizzling with caramel sauce before topping with the remaining crumble and caramel.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Choose a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Consider adding nuts for extra crunch or using different fruits for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caramel Apple Crumble Bars, dessert, baking, apples, caramel