Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of fall with these irresistible salted caramel apple bars. Perfectly chewy and topped with a luscious salted caramel drizzle, these bars are a delightful treat for any autumn gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Evenly spread the diced apples over the crust.
- Drizzle 1 cup of caramel sauce over the apples.
- Top with the remaining oat mixture, crumbling it over the caramel and apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before drizzling with extra caramel sauce and sprinkling with sea salt.
- Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Consider using Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast to the sweetness of the caramel.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg