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Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars

Cozy Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars for a Sweet Fall Treat

These Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars blend buttery shortbread, tender apples, and a crunchy oat topping, making them a perfect fall dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Apple Layer
  • 4 cups tart apples like Granny Smith, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Oat Topping
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter melted

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Sharp Knife
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it lightly with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Press mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. While the shortbread base is baking, toss the apple slices with lemon juice and cinnamon. Once baked, spread the apple mixture over the shortbread layer.
  4. Mix together the rolled oats, brown sugar, and flour. Drizzle in melted butter, stirring until crumbly, then sprinkle over the apple layer.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Once cooled, slice into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be made one day in advance and are perfect served warm or chilled. Feel free to swap apples with other fruits like pears or mixed berries for a twist.

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