Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars. Each bar features a buttery, flaky crust layered with spiced apples and topped with rich salted caramel. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars are sure to become a family favorite, delivering warmth and sweetness in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter (cold)
½ cup brown sugar
3 large fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith)
¾ cup salted caramel sauce
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the egg until fully incorporated. Press the dough into a greased baking pan evenly.
Peel and slice apples thinly. Toss them with brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well-coated.
Pour half of the salted caramel sauce over the crust, layer with spiced apple slices, then pour remaining caramel on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown. Drizzle with any remaining caramel after removing from oven and let cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts to the apple filling. Feel free to substitute Granny Smith apples with Honeycrisp or other tart varieties for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they can be reheated briefly in the microwave.