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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars: 3 Amazing Tips

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

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Enjoy these easy Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars, a delightful dessert that’s simpler than a traditional pie. They feature a tender apple filling and a sweet salted caramel drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds (about 4 medium) apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar.
  5. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crumb base in the pan.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the apple layer.
  7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting.
  9. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before serving.

Notes

  • You can use any variety of baking apples for this recipe.
  • For a richer caramel flavor, you can make your own salted caramel sauce.
  • These bars are best enjoyed at room temperature.

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