Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
If you’re craving a cozy dessert that perfectly embodies the flavors of fall, these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are your go-to treat! With warm, tender apples nestled beneath a decadent salted caramel drizzle and a buttery crumble topping, this recipe is both delicious and straightforward. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up these bars, making them ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Their irresistible aroma will fill your kitchen as they bake, tempting family and friends to indulge. Once you try these delightful bars, they’ll become a staple in your autumn dessert lineup!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups peeled and thinly sliced apples (about 3 medium)
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined. Gradually add the flour until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan for the base layer.
- Toss sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg, then spread evenly over the crust.
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the apple layer.
- Sprinkle remaining crumble mixture on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown; let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg