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Close-up of Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars topped with golden crumble and caramel drizzle

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Emily Wilson
These Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, cinnamon-spiced apple filling, oat streusel topping, and a generous drizzle of rich salted caramel. An easier alternative to traditional apple pie, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bars
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Pastry blender or fork

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Crust

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled

Apple Filling

  • 2 large apples peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup light or dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed

Topping

  • salted caramel sauce homemade or store-bought, for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (149°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Stir in flour until combined. Press into the pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Toss sliced apples with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  • Combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Cut in cold butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  • Increase oven to 350°F (177°C). Layer apples tightly on the warm crust. Sprinkle with streusel topping.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until topping is golden. Cool for 20 minutes, then chill for 2 hours.
  • Lift bars out using parchment. Slice and drizzle with salted caramel before serving.

Notes

These bars are even better the next day. You can freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before serving and drizzle caramel just before eating.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
  • Calories: 220
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Potassium: 85mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Vitamin A: 300 IU
  • Vitamin C: 2mg
  • Calcium: 15mg
  • Iron: 1mg