Apple Crumb Bars with Caramel Sauce: The Best Cozy Fall Dessert
Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and tart with these Apple Crumb Bars, topped with a luscious caramel sauce for an irresistible fall dessert.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the apples with brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
- Press half of the dough into a greased baking dish. Layer the apple mixture over it, then crumble the remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of tart and sweet apples.
- Try adding nuts for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: apple, crumb bars, caramel sauce, fall dessert