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Delicious Apple Pie Bars with Oatmeal Streusel You'll Love

Apple Pie Bars with Oatmeal Streusel offer a delightful fusion of flavors in a convenient dessert format.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 48 minutes
Chilling Time 50 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 8 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oatmeal Streusel
  • 1 cup oats can substitute with quick oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar coconut sugar is an alternative
  • 1 cup flour whole wheat flour recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt consider using sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or apple pie spice
  • 1/2 cup butter vegan butter for dairy-free option
For the Filling
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar honey or agave syrup for a lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract vanilla bean paste can enhance flavor
  • 4 cups apples mix Granny Smith and Pink Lady or use frozen
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice can substitute apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch arrowroot starch is a substitute

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Prepare Oatmeal Streusel
  1. In a medium bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon, mixing until well blended. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Shortbread Crust
  1. Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and cinnamon, stirring until just combined. Press firmly into a 9x13-inch baking dish and chill for 20 minutes.
Pre-bake the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Bake the chilled crust for about 18 minutes until set and golden around the edges.
Prepare Apple Filling
  1. Toss sliced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon. Mix lemon juice with cornstarch and stir into apples. Cook over medium heat for 5-8 minutes until slightly softened.
Assemble the Bars
  1. Spread the warm apple filling over the pre-baked crust. Evenly distribute the chilled oatmeal streusel over the apple layer.
Final Bake
  1. Lower oven temperature to 350°F and bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months, thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.

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