Flaky Apple Pie Bars Recipe
These flaky apple pie bars feature a buttery, tender crust and a warm spiced apple filling, making them the perfect handheld dessert for fall gatherings or anytime you crave apple pie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add egg and vanilla; mix until dough forms.
- Press half the dough into the pan for the crust. Bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, toss apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
- Spread apple mixture over the crust evenly.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the apples.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for a week.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
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