Apple Pie Bars Recipe
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Apple Pie Bars Recipe
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These Dutch Apple Pie Bars combine a buttery shortbread crust, a spiced apple filling, and a golden crumb topping for the ultimate fall dessert. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, this recipe captures all the flavors of a classic apple pie in a simple, handheld treat. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy family nights!
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Ingredients
- 3 large granny smith apples peeled and sliced (thin)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temp
- 1/4 + 2 tbsp sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
- Cream together 1/2 cup room temperature butter with 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla, and salt for about 3 minutes, until fully combined and fluffy.
- Slowly add in 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup at a time until mixed well and fully combined.
- Place the mixture into a parchment lined 9x9 or 8x8 glass dish.
- Bake for 12 minutes.
- While your crust is baking, combine apples, 2 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
- Mix until apples are fully coated in the mixture, set aside.
- Mix 1/2 cup flour and brown sugar in a bowl.
- Add in remaining 1/4 cup of butter.
- With a whisk (that's what I use), cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles chunky sand, set aside.
- Take the apples and layer them in 5 even layers over the crust.
- Once you layered all of the apples, cover the apples with the chunky sand like topping.
- Increase your oven temp to 350 and bake for 25 minutes.
- Allow it to completely cool before removing and cutting. Mine was ready to cut in about 30-45 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Apple Variety: For the best flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. This adds depth and balance to the filling.
- Cutting the Butter: If your butter is too soft for the crumb topping, pop it in the fridge for a few minutes before cutting it into the flour mixture.
- Layering the Apples: Aim for five even layers of apples to get that “loaded” texture and flavor in every bite.
- Make-Ahead Tip: These bars taste even better the next day as the flavors meld together. They’re perfect for prepping ahead for a gathering or holiday!
- Serving Suggestion: Serve warm or at room temperature. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce makes them extra special.
- Storage: Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1square
Calories
257kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
31mg
(10%)
Sodium
6mg
(0%)
Potassium
100mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
23g
(46%)
Vitamin A
385IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
22mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1square | |
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 385IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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