Apple Crumb Bars
These irresistible apple crumb bars bring the warmth of fall to your kitchen with their sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple filling and buttery crumb topping, perfect for cozy baking sessions.
Ingredients
Crust and Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Filling
- 4 cups peeled and sliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Prevents browning of apples.
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) Adds extra texture if desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Cut in the softened butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Reserve about one cup of the mixture for the topping, and press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Assembling
- In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning. Spread the apples evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the apples, ensuring even coverage. If desired, add chopped nuts for extra texture.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
Finishing Touch
- Allow to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into bars. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Notes
For best results, choose a mix of tart and sweet apples. Consider variations such as adding ginger or cardamom, or creating a salted caramel drizzle on top.