Apple Pie Bars
Apple Pie Bars are a delightful and convenient twist on the beloved classic dessert. With a buttery shortbread crust, sweet cinnamon-spiced apple filling, and a crunchy streusel topping, these bars capture all the flavors of homemade apple pie in an easy-to-handle format. Perfect for any occasion—family gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a weekday treat—these Apple Pie Bars make indulgence simple and satisfying. Bake them ahead of time and serve warm with ice cream or enjoy them chilled with coffee for a deliciously versatile dessert that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 cups apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust: Beat softened butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour, cinnamon, and salt; gradually mix into the butter until blended. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- For the filling: In a bowl, mix sliced apples with remaining granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
- For the streusel: Combine oats, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in another bowl; cut in cold cubed butter until crumbly.
- After the crust cools slightly, layer apple mixture on top followed by streusel topping. Bake for an additional 45 minutes or until golden.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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