Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars, a perfect blend of buttery shortbread, spiced apples, and a crumbly oat topping. These bars are not only easy to make but also offer a comforting combination of flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or looking for a sweet treat to enjoy on your own, these bars are sure to impress. Bake a batch today and savor the warmth of freshly baked apples and spices that fill your kitchen.
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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add all-purpose flour and mix until combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples with all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg; toss well to coat.
- Layer the apple mixture over the shortbread base.
- Mix remaining flour with brown sugar and melted butter; sprinkle over the apple layer.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg