Description
Apple Pie Bars with Crumb Topping are a delightful twist on the classic apple pie, offering a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any gathering. These bars feature tender, sweet apples nestled in a buttery crust, topped with a crunchy crumb mixture that adds texture and flavor. Bursting with the warm notes of cinnamon and the freshness of apples, each bite takes you back to cozy family moments. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for an indulgent treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 4 cups apples (peeled and sliced, Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Cut in the butter until crumbly. Stir in the egg until combined.
- Press three-quarters of the dough into the bottom of the pan and set aside the remaining dough.
- Combine sliced apples with sugar and cinnamon; spread over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved dough over the apples evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Use firm apples like Granny Smith for best results. - Consider adding chopped nuts to the crumb topping for extra crunch. - Spice it up by adding nutmeg to the apple mixture for additional warmth.