Caramel Apple Crumble Bars
Indulge in these delectable bars filled with sweet caramelized apples and a crumbly oatmeal topping, sprinkled with brown sugar. This easy-to-make dessert is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for a cozy and comforting treat.
ingredients
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup instant oatmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Toss until well coated.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, mix the instant oatmeal, flour, melted butter, and brown sugar until crumbly.
- 4.
Press half of the oatmeal mixture onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- 5.
Spread the diced apple mixture evenly over the oatmeal crust.
- 6.
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apples.
- 7.
Sprinkle the remaining oatmeal mixture on top.
- 8.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the apple filling is bubbly and the crumble is golden brown.
- 9.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
- 10.
Serve as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
