Salted Caramel Apple Bars
Salted Caramel Apple Bars are a delightful autumn treat that harmoniously blends warm, spiced apples with a rich, indulgent salted caramel drizzle. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet pick-me-up, these chewy bars will impress your friends and family alike. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature — either way, they’re guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups diced fresh apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- ¾ cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.
- Add melted butter and eggs to the dry mixture; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly coated.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before drizzling salted caramel sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or using a blend of sweet and tart apples. To prevent soggy crusts, ensure the base is baked thoroughly before adding apple filling.