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A close-up of golden-brown apple bars topped with glossy salted caramel drizzle, garnished with flaky sea salt, served on a rustic wooden platter with cinnamon sticks and sliced fresh apples in the background, emphasizing warm autumn tones and inviting textures.

Fall Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars

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A scrumptious layered dessert combining sweet, tart apples with a crunchy crust and luscious salted caramel topping, ideal for cozy fall gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
  • 3 large apples (peeled and sliced)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce
  • Flaky sea salt (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into a greased baking pan to form the crust.
  2. Bake crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. In a bowl, toss sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread evenly over the crust.
  3. Bake for an additional 25 minutes, then remove from oven. Warm the salted caramel sauce and drizzle generously over the hot apple layer.
  4. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Ensure butter is cold for a flaky crust.
  • For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts over the caramel before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg