Description
Delicious and easy-to-make apple pie bars that capture the essence of traditional apple pie in a convenient bar form.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, salt, and half of the cinnamon until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples, lemon juice, cornstarch, and remaining cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Spread the apple mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the apples.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Serve warm with ice cream for an extra treat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to add nuts or raisins for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Apple Pie Bars, Dessert, Baking, Easy Recipe