Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are a delicious twist on traditional apple pie, offering the perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors in a convenient bar form. These bars are not only easy to make, but they also deliver a delightful burst of cinnamon-spiced apple goodness, topped with rich salted caramel that enhances every bite. Whether you’re preparing for a family gathering or satisfying your own sweet tooth, these bars are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 5 medium apples, sliced between 0.3 cm and 0.6 cm thick
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (about 24 g)
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (about 67 g)
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 3/8 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 340 g salted butter, melted
- 360 g all-purpose flour
- 180 g old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 330 g light brown sugar, packed
- 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 85 g salted butter, cubed
- 125 ml + 15 ml heavy cream
- Pinch of fine sea salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180℃ (350℉). Spray a 23×33 cm pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the ends for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, toss together the sliced apples with lemon juice, 3 tbsp flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, melt 340 g of salted butter. Stir in the remaining ingredients for the crust: 360 g flour, 180 g oats, 330 g brown sugar, 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, and 200 g granulated sugar.
- Reserve 240 g of the crust mixture for topping and press the rest into the prepared pan.
- Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the crust and sprinkle the reserved crust mixture on top.
- Bake for 38 to 45 minutes, or until golden and apples are tender.
- Cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours before slicing.
- Drizzle with salted caramel before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12-15 bars
Nutrition Info (per bar): Approximately 250 calories, 12g fat, 36g carbohydrates, 2g protein.
How to serve
Serve the Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars warm or at room temperature, drizzled with warm salted caramel for an extra indulgent treat. They can be enjoyed as a sweet snack or dessert and pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. For added flair, sprinkle some extra sea salt on top right before serving to enhance the salted caramel flavor.
FAQs
Can I use different types of apples for this recipe?
Yes! A mix of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp will give your bars a well-rounded flavor.
Can I make these bars ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the bars a day in advance. Just store them covered at room temperature, and drizzle with caramel before serving.
How do I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds if desired.
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180℃ (350℉). Spray a 23×33 cm pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the ends for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, toss together the sliced apples with lemon juice, 3 tbsp flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, melt 340 g of salted butter. Stir in the remaining ingredients for the crust: 360 g flour, 180 g oats, 330 g brown sugar, 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, and 200 g granulated sugar.
- Reserve 240 g of the crust mixture for topping and press the rest into the prepared pan.
- Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the crust and sprinkle the reserved crust mixture on top.
- Bake for 38 to 45 minutes, or until golden and apples are tender.
- Cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours before slicing.
- Drizzle with salted caramel before serving.
