Apple Crumble Bars Recipe

Name: Apple Crumble Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust and Topping:; 24 tablespoons (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups quick-cooking oats; Filling:; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 5 Granny Smith apples (about 2 lb.), peeled, cored and thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 tablespoons raw sugar

Servings: persons

Crust and Topping:
24 tablespoons (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups quick-cooking oats
Filling:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
5 Granny Smith apples (about 2 lb.), peeled, cored and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons raw sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with heavy-duty foil, leaving an overhang at both short ends; mist with cooking spray.
2
Make crust and topping: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter and sugar until light, about 3 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl and beaters. Reduce mixer speed to low and mix in flour, cinnamon and salt. Remove 3 1/2 cups of dough; press evenly into baking pan. Bake until lightly browned around edges, about 20 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Mix oats into remaining dough for topping; cover and refrigerate.
3
Make filling: Melt butter with brown sugar in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Add apples and cinnamon; stir to coat. Cover and cook until softened, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove lid, raise heat to medium-high and cook until all liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent apples from sticking. Remove from heat. Let cool slightly.
4
Assemble bars: Raise oven temperature to 400u00b0F. Spread apples evenly over crust. Scatter crumble topping over apples. Press down lightly. Sprinkle with raw sugar and bake until browned and crunchy on top, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on wire rack. Lift out of pan using foil overhang. Peel off foil. Cut into 24 bars.

1534

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust and Topping:, 24 tablespoons (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar, 3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Apple Crumble Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Apple Crumble Bars

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