Description
Apple pie bars are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the warm flavors of spiced apples with a buttery crust and crumbly topping. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home, these easy-to-make bars will impress family and friends with their delicious taste and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 large egg
- 4 cups apples (peeled and sliced, preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg and combine. Press two-thirds of this mixture into the bottom of the dish.
- Toss apples with lemon juice, sugar, and cinnamon in another bowl until coated.
- Spread the apple mixture over the crust and top with remaining crumb mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares. Serve warm if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg