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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars offer a perfect handheld dessert combining tender, spiced apples with gooey salted caramel layered on a buttery, flaky crust. These bars bring the classic flavors of apple pie with the convenience of easy serving, ideal for any season and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 3–4 crisp, tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)

Crust and Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes (or coconut oil for vegan/dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice your apples to ensure even cooking. Toss the slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to create the flavorful spiced filling.
  2. Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and mix just until combined. Press half of this dough evenly into the bottom of a lined baking pan to form a sturdy base.
  3. Layer the Filling and Caramel: Spread the spiced apple mixture evenly over the crust. Drizzle the salted caramel sauce across the apples to add gooey richness to every bite.
  4. Add the Topping: Use the remaining dough to crumble over the apples or press gently to cover. Alternatively, form a lattice pattern for a decorative finish.
  5. Bake Until Golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, until the crust turns golden and the apples are tender and bubbly.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith to prevent soggy bars.
  • Chill the dough before baking to ensure a flaky crust.
  • Moderate caramel quantity to avoid sogginess but keep gooeyness.
  • Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
  • Test doneness by ensuring apples are soft yet still hold some firmness.

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Keywords: apple pie bars, salted caramel, apple dessert, handheld dessert, fall dessert, caramel apple bars, gluten-free dessert

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