Caramel Apple Oat Squares
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Caramel Apple Oat Squares, a dessert that combines the best of a classic apple crumble with the convenience of bar-style treats. Featuring a buttery oat crust and crumb topping, a luscious layer of cinnamon-spiced apples, and a drizzle of gooey caramel sauce, these bars deliver rich, nostalgic flavors in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for sharing, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors that pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you’re preparing them for a festive gathering or a cozy night in, these apple dessert bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Bake a batch in just under an hour, and enjoy a taste of autumn anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 apples (diced small, peeled if desired)
- 0.75 cup jarred caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly and holds together when pressed.
Take 2/3 of the oat mixture and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the base layer. Set aside the remaining oat mixture for the topping.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the apples are slightly softened. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Spread the cooked apple mixture evenly over the oat base. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apples in an even layer.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture evenly over the top of the caramel and apples to form the crumb topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares. This cooling step ensures the bars hold their shape when cut.
Serve as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.2 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 953 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 638.8 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.6 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 367.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1600 mg | 34% | |
*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.
