Description
Apple Pie Bars are a delicious twist on the classic dessert, combining the comforting flavors of spiced apples with a tender shortbread crust and crumble topping. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these bars offer all the warmth of traditional apple pie but in an easy-to-serve format. With each bite, enjoy the sweet and tart balance of Granny Smith apples enhanced by cinnamon and nutmeg, all nestled under a buttery topping. These bars are not only simple to make but also sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 6 medium Granny Smith apples
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the baking pan.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
- Spread apple mixture over crust.
- Crumble remaining dough over apples.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until topping is golden brown.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars; dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg