Glazed Apple Pie Bars
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistible Glazed Apple Pie Bars, a delightful twist on a classic apple pie. Featuring a buttery cinnamon-spiced crust and crumbly topping, these bars are layered with tender, cinnamon-kissed apples that are perfectly balanced with the tang of fresh lemon juice. Drizzled with a sweet powdered sugar glaze, they offer just the right touch of decadence. Perfect for prepping in just 20 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, these portable treats are ideal for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or an easy weeknight dessert. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, combining the nostalgic comfort of apple pie with the convenience of handheld sweets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft, crumbly dough forms.
Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared pan to form an even crust. Reserve the remaining dough for the topping.
In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with cornstarch, lemon juice, and a pinch of cinnamon until evenly coated.
Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pan.
Crumble the reserved dough over the apple layer, covering most of the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the bars once they have cooled.
Cut into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your Glazed Apple Pie Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.7 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.8 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1474 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 679.0 g | 247% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 435.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 597 mg | 13% | |
*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.
