Indulgent Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars with Crunchy Streusel

Delightful Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars with Crunchy Streusel Topping evoke the flavors of fall in every bite.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Apple Bars, Autumn Treat, Caramel Apple, Crunchy Streusel, Fall Dessert, Irresistible Salted Caramel Apple Bars

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 50

Cooling Time: 2

Total Time: 3 10

Servings: bars

Calories: 250kcal

0.5 cup Unsalted Butter melted; creates a tender and flavorful base, let it cool slightly before mixing.
0.25 cup Granulated Sugar balances the flavors in the crust.
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract enhances the overall flavor, making the bars more inviting.
0.25 teaspoon Salt highlights the sweetness in the dish.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour forms the structure and texture of the crust.

2 Large Apples peeled and thinly sliced; adds sweetness—Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work best.
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour thickens the apple mixture during cooking.
2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar coats the apples to enhance sweetness.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon provides that classic fall spice flavor.
0.125 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg adds warmth and complexity to the dish.

0.5 cup Old-Fashioned Whole Rolled Oats contributes texture, making the topping crunchy.
0.33 cup Brown Sugar offers a rich sweetness in the streusel topping.
0.25 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adds depth of flavor to the streusel.
0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour binds the streusel ingredients together.
0.25 cup Unsalted Butter cold and cubed; keeps the streusel crumbly.

1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce homemade or store-bought; the delightful finishing touch to these irresistible salted caramel apple bars.

Preheat your oven to 300°F (149°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal later.
In a medium bowl, blend the melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Gradually stir in the flour until just combined. Press this mixture into the pan and bake for 15 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden.
Toss the sliced apples in a bowl with the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Ensure they are evenly coated to infuse every slice with warmth and sweetness.
In a separate bowl, mix the oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Then, cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture is crumbly.
Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C). Layer the apple mixture over the crust, sprinkle the streusel on top, and bake for 30-35 minutes, until it’s golden and bubbly.
Once baked, let the bars cool for at least 20 minutes. Chill them for 2 hours, then cut into bars. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before serving for that decadent finish!

Optional: Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.