Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars. These scrumptious bars feature a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust layered with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples, all topped off with a crispy oat crumble. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat at home, these bars are not only easy to make but also irresistible to share. Each bite offers a comforting blend of textures and flavors, making them a favorite among friends and family alike.
- 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 thinly 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
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted or softened
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the Shortbread Crust: In a bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Mix in vanilla extract and salt, then gradually fold in all-purpose flour until combined. Press into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Toss sliced apples with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread this mixture over the baked crust.
- Create the Oat Topping: Combine flour, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the apple filling.
- Bake Again: Bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg