Apple Crisp Bars are so inviting. There is nothing better than a fresh warm apple dessert filling the air on a cool fall day.
These Apple Crisp Bars or so quick and easy but are made from scratch and taste so good. It is the perfect end to any meal.
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Apple desserts are the perfect late summer, fall treat. What is the difference of a crisp, crumble, buckle or brown betty? This Apple Crisp recipe is the answer.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry.
- Family Friendly: The whole house will smell like heaven.
- Adaptable: Can make it low-carb, dairy free, low calorie, gluten free, etc…
- Makes Great Leftovers: These bars are great for kids lunches or heated up any time you want a warm apple dessert.
What You Need to Make Apple Crisp Bars
Ingredients
- light brown sugar
- flour
- baking soda
- salt
- rolled oats
- vanilla extract
- butter, softened
- apple pie filling
Equipment
How to Make Apple Crisp Bars- Step by Step
- Prepare Pan: First, preheat oven to 350 and line 8×8 square baking dish with parchment paper.
- Crumble: Second, combine brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and oats and then stir butter in until the mixture is crumb.
- Press: Next, press 2 cups into bottom of baking dish.Then, evenly spread filling to ¼ inch from edge.
- Bake: Finally, sprinkle on remaining crumb mixture and lightly press into filing. Bake 30-40 minutes until light brown.
Common Questions About Apple Pie Bars
It should be nice and crisp after baking, however it it is not, place under the broiler for a minute or two. Just watch it carefully.
Indeed, it is important to keep it fresh. It will get soggy but if you reheat it in the oven it will crisp up again. The crisp should last for about 3 days if in an airtight container.
Of course, it will last up to three months if properly stored in the freezer. Make sure it is wrapped well and as airtight as possible.
Southern Living recommends the Duncan Hines Simply Pie Fillings & Toppings. For their clean ingredients and superior taste. Really you can even make and can your own to use any time.
> Whipped Cream
>Ice Cream – Vanilla, Cinnamon or any of your favorites.
> Cheddar Cheese
Expert Tips for Making Apple Crisp Bars
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: Make one for now and freeze one for later!.
- Add Caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce on for extra flavor.
- Spices: Doctor you crisp up with Apple Pie Spice.
- Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans make a great addition to this dish.
- Dietary consideration tip: Gluten free flour, coconut sugar or other alternatives make this recipe work for people with dietary needs.
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Apple Crisp Bars
Ingredients
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¾ cup apple pie filling
Instructions
- Preparation Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 and line 8×8 square baking dish with parchment paper
- Combine brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and oats
- Stir or use hands to incorporate butter until the mixture is crumbly
- Press 2 cups into bottom of baking dish
- Next, evenly spread filling to ¼ inch from edge
- Sprinkle on remaining crumb mixture and lightly press into pie filling.
- Bake 30-40 minutes until light brown
- Cool, cut into bars and serve
Expert Tips
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: Make one for now and freeze one for later!.
- Add Caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce on for extra flavor.
- Spices: Doctor you crisp up with Apple Pie Spice.
- Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans make a great addition to this dish.
- Dietary consideration tip: Gluten free flour, coconut sugar or other alternatives make this recipe work for people with dietary needs.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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Would eat these for breakfast, lunch or dinner!!!!