Caramel Apple Bars
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of fall with these decadent Caramel Apple Bars! Packed with sweet, tender apples, layers of buttery oat crust, and a generous drizzle of rich caramel sauce, this easy dessert recipe perfectly balances warmth and sweetness in every bite. The crumbly oat topping combined with cinnamon-spiced apples creates a rustic, homemade charm that's perfect for cozy gatherings or seasonal celebrations. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, these bars are a quick and crowd-pleasing treat. Serve them warm with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy them as a snack anytime the craving hits. These Caramel Apple Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert for apple lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 cup Caramel sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until a crumbly mixture forms.
Press half of the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust. Set aside the remaining mixture for the topping.
Evenly spread the diced apples over the crust layer. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apples, using the back of a spoon to spread it evenly if needed.
Sprinkle the reserved crumbly mixture over the caramel and apple layer, gently pressing it down with your hands to create an even topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
Serve the caramel apple bars warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.1 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.5 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2424 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 793.4 g | 289% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 441.6 g | ||
| Protein | 56.8 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1788 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
