Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars
Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of spiced apples with a buttery shortbread crust and crunchy topping. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet snack, these bars evoke the essence of fall with every bite. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 cups Granny Smith apples (peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- 2. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- 3. Toss sliced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and brown sugar; spread over the shortbread base.
- 4. Combine rolled oats with melted butter and flour; sprinkle over apple layer.
- 5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try mixing different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or adding a pinch of nutmeg to the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.