Harvest Apple Bars
Capture the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistible Harvest Apple Bars, a seasonal treat brimming with sweet, juicy apples and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfectly soft and moist on the inside with a golden, crumbly streusel topping made from brown sugar, rolled oats, and optional nuts, these bars are an easy-to-make dessert that will satisfy any crowd. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a straightforward baking process, this recipe is ideal for busy autumn afternoons or festive gatherings. Serve them as a simple snack, a delightful addition to a holiday spread, or elevate them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel for a truly indulgent dessert experience. Whether you're looking for a perfect fall-inspired recipe or a way to use up fresh apples, these Harvest Apple Bars will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. The mixture will be thick and crumbly.
Gently fold in the diced apples until they are evenly distributed in the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down slightly with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
In a small bowl, make the streusel topping by combining the brown sugar, oats, and optional chopped nuts. Use your fingers or a fork to mix until crumbly.
Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apple batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares or bars.
Serve as is, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an indulgent treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.9 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.9 g | 494% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 760 mg | 253% | |
| Sodium | 1813 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 553.7 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 315.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1381 mg | 29% | |
*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.
