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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars Fall Treat: Get Addicted in 45 Min

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars Fall Treat: Get Addicted in 45 Min
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These Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars combine tender spiced apples with a buttery crumb crust and a drizzle of rich salted caramel sauce. Perfect as a fall dessert or cozy snack, this recipe is easy to make in under an hour and yields delicious, addictive bars that balance sweet and salty flavors beautifully.

Ingredients

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Crust and Crumble

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Apple Filling

  • 3 cups peeled and thinly sliced apples (about 3 medium)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping

  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  2. Make Crumble Dough: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to mix. Add the all-purpose flour and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  3. Press Crust: Take about two-thirds of the crumb mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating the base for the bars.
  4. Prepare Apple Filling: In a separate bowl, toss the peeled and thinly sliced apples with ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg to evenly coat the fruit with the warm spices.
  5. Assemble Bars: Spread the spiced apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pan. Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the apples. Finally, crumble the remaining flour mixture evenly on top to form the crumble topping.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for the cleanest cuts. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
  • Ensure the apples are sliced thinly so they cook evenly and soften appropriately during baking.
  • You can make salted caramel sauce from scratch or use a high-quality store-bought version for convenience.
  • Let the bars cool fully before slicing to prevent the crumble from falling apart.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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Keywords: salted caramel apple crumble bars, apple crumble bars, fall dessert, salted caramel dessert, easy apple bars, autumn treats

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