Salted Caramel Apple Bars
Salted Caramel Apple Bars combine the sweet taste of caramel with tender apples, all nestled in a buttery crust. This delightful dessert is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a warm and comforting indulgence. Each bite delivers a satisfying contrast of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, these bars are sure to become a favorite treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into the baking dish.
- Toss apple slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl. Spread over the crust.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until apples are tender.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter. Stir until boiling; simmer for 5 minutes then add sea salt.
- Pour salted caramel over baked apples and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg