Description
Warm Cinnamon Apple Crumble Bars are a perfect blend of tender apples, cinnamon-spiced filling, and a buttery oat crumble topping. These bars combine the cozy flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a bar dessert, making them irresistible for any occasion. Bake a batch today to enjoy a warm, comforting treat that’s both easy to make and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Crumble Topping and Crust
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In a bowl, combine the diced apples with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly to coat the apples evenly and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Mix Dry Ingredients for Crumble: In another large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir melted butter and vanilla extract into the dry mixture until it forms crumbly clumps, which will serve as the crust and topping.
- Form Crust: Press half of the crumble mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan, creating an even and compact base layer.
- Add Apple Filling: Spread the prepared apple mixture evenly over the crust layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Top with Remaining Crumble: Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture evenly over the apple filling to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the apples become tender.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Slice into bars and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
- Peeling the apples is optional but recommended for a smoother texture.
- Allow the bars to cool slightly before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking.
