Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
If you’re in search of a cozy fall dessert that delights the senses, these Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars are just the treat you need! Crafted to be ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe combines tender apples with warm spices and rich salted caramel, filling your kitchen with an irresistible autumn aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or a comforting weeknight dessert, these bars are sure to impress everyone at your table. Imagine serving them warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla non-dairy ice cream—it’s pure bliss!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in flour until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of a lined baking pan to form the crust.
- Toss sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg; place over the crust.
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the apples and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg