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Apple Pie Bars

Delicious Apple Pie Bars for a Cozy Dessert Night

Enjoy the delightful flavors of traditional apple pie in a convenient bar form with these Easy Apple Pie Bars.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar can substitute with additional granulated sugar, but the flavor will differ slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it’s fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon can substitute with pumpkin pie spice for a different taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt use kosher salt or sea salt for a different texture.
  • 0.75 cup cold unsalted butter substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 large egg flax egg can be used as a vegan substitute.
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, thinly sliced) choose tart varieties like Granny Smith; Honeycrisp can also be used for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice apple cider vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg can omit or use additional cinnamon instead.
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter coconut oil can be used as a dairy-free alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1.5 cups reserved crumb mixture don’t forget to set some aside from the crust preparation!

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Pie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until fully blended.
  3. Cut in the cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Blend in the beaten egg until the dough comes together.
  4. Reserve about 1½ cups of the crumb mixture and press the remaining dough into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
  5. Slice the apples and toss them with lemon juice. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. Toss the apple slices with the spice mixture and melted unsalted butter, then spread over the baked crust.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the apples and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch of sweetness, consider adding a glaze made of powdered sugar and milk on top once cooled.

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