Apple Oat Crumble Bars
Indulge in these luscious Apple Oat Crumble Bars, perfect for fall baking or any cozy gathering. Soft and sweet spiced apple slices are nestled between layers of buttery oat crumble, creating a delightful contrast in texture. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled as a delicious snack. A must-try treat for apple lovers!
ingredients
- 4 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Set aside.
- 3.
In another bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, melted butter, salt, and baking powder until crumbly.
- 4.
Reserve about 1 cup of the crumb mixture for topping and evenly spread the remaining mixture in the prepared baking dish, pressing down to form a crust.
- 5.
Layer the spiced apple mixture over the crust evenly.
- 6.
Crumble the reserved mixture over the apples to create a topping.
- 7.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- 8.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
- 9.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
