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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars, a delightful twist on traditional apple pie. Imagine tender, spiced apples nestled between a crunchy oat crust and topped with a rich salted caramel drizzle. Perfect for family gatherings or a quiet evening treat, these bars are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. With minimal fuss and maximum flavor, they can be prepared ahead of time to enjoy whenever the craving strikes. Each bite is a comforting reminder of autumn, making them an irresistible addition to any dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 5 medium apples, sliced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 3/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 and 1/2 cups salted butter, melted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 and 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel sauce)
  • 6 tbsp salted butter (for caramel sauce)
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream (for caramel sauce)
  • pinch of fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine apple slices with lemon juice, flour, brown sugar, spices, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, melt salted butter and mix in remaining crust ingredients until crumbly.
  4. Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan as a base; layer with apple filling and sprinkle reserved crust mixture on top.
  5. Bake for 38 to 45 minutes until golden brown.
  6. While baking, prepare salted caramel sauce by melting sugar until golden and mixing in butter and cream.
  7. Serve bars drizzled with warm salted caramel.

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