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Apple Crumble Bars

Irresistible Apple Crumble Bars with Crunchy Oat Topping

A delightful twist on traditional apple crumble, these Apple Crumble Bars are perfect for snacking or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base and Topping
  • 125 g Unsalted Butter Melted for best texture.
  • 300 g All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 0.5 cup White Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder For leavening.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 Egg Optional for texture.
  • 30 g Rolled Oats For topping crunch.
For the Apple Filling
  • 3-4 large Granny Smith Apples Tart and firm.
  • 35 g Plain Flour Thickens juices.
  • 0.25 cup White Sugar To sweeten apples.
  • 0.5 tsp Cinnamon For warm flavor.
  • 0.25 tsp Nutmeg Adds spice.
Optional Toppings
  • Salted Caramel Sauce For drizzling.
  • Ice Cream For serving.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Square Pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) square pan with baking paper.
  3. Combine melted butter, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. If desired, add the egg and stir until incorporated.
  5. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Mix diced apples, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in another bowl.
  8. Combine the reserved crumble mixture with rolled oats.
  9. Spread the apple filling evenly over the baked base and sprinkle the topping over the apples.
  10. Bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  11. Cool the bars in the pan for 10-15 minutes before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. Re-crisp under the broiler if the topping softens.

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