Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars. They combine the classic taste of apple pie with a modern twist, offering a delightful dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. Imagine layers of spiced apples nestled between a buttery oat crumble, all topped off with a luscious drizzle of salted caramel. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars are not only delicious but also incredibly convenient to make ahead. Enjoy them warm or chilled—either way, they’re sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium apples
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 and 1/2 cups salted butter
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (for crust)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- Pinch of fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix sliced apples with lemon juice, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter with the remaining crust ingredients until thoroughly mixed.
- Press about two-thirds of the crust mixture into the prepared pan. Spread apple filling over it and top with reserved crust.
- Bake for 38-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Prepare salted caramel sauce while baking. Allow bars to cool before slicing and drizzling with caramel.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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