Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars for Fall
Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars are the perfect autumn treat, combining a buttery shortbread crust with sweet and tart apples, all drizzled in rich salted caramel. These bars capture the essence of fall, making them an ideal dessert for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and customize, each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 medium fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly, then press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Toss apple slices with cinnamon and lemon juice, then layer evenly over the crust. Drizzle half of the salted caramel on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until apples are tender and edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares. Drizzle remaining salted caramel over each piece before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg