Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars
Indulge in our Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars, a delightful treat that combines a buttery shortbread crust with layers of cinnamon-spiced apples and a crunchy oat topping. Perfect for cozy evenings at home or festive gatherings, these bars are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. The harmonious blend of sweet apples and warm spices creates a comforting dessert that everyone will love. Whether enjoyed warm with ice cream or as an afternoon snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for oat topping)
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Gradually add the flour, mixing until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss to coat and spread over the crust.
- For the oat topping, mix flour and brown sugar with melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the apple layer.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg