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A close-up of golden apple bars topped with sticky salted caramel glaze, garnished with flaky sea salt, served on a rustic wooden platter with apple slices and caramel drizzles, capturing rich textures and warm fall tones.

Fall Salted Caramel Apple Bars Delight

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These salted caramel apple bars combine the crispness of fresh apples with a rich, gooey caramel topping, layered over a buttery crust for the perfect fall treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Sea salt flakes for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, and cold butter; mix until crumbly to form the crust. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Meanwhile, toss apple slices with cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread evenly over the cooled crust.
  5. Warm caramel sauce slightly and drizzle over apples.
  6. Return to oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove, sprinkle with sea salt, and let cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for optimal flavor.
  • Adjust caramel amount for desired sweetness.
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg