Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars: Your New Indulgent Fall Favorite
Discover how to make the perfect Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars, a delightful treat for the fall season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt.
- Press half the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Layer the apple mixture over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture and oats over the apples.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- These bars taste best when served warm with ice cream.
- Add different spices like nutmeg for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Apple Crisp, Shortbread Bars, Fall Dessert