Easy Apple Crisp Bars
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 4 medium apples)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
3. Pour in the melted butter and mix with a fork or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press about two-thirds of the crumble mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the base.
5. In a separate bowl, toss the chopped apples with granulated sugar and lemon juice.
6. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust layer.
7. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the apples, gently pressing it down to cover.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
9. Allow to cool completely in the pan before using the parchment overhang to lift the bars out. Cut into squares and serve.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 12 servings
Tips:
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness and tartness in the bars.
For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans on top before baking.