Description
Buttery, cinnamon-spiced apple crumble bars layered with tender apples and a golden oat topping—perfect for cozy afternoons or fall gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugars, and cinnamon.
- Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Beat the egg lightly and mix it into the crumb mixture until just combined.
- Press two-thirds of the dough mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, toss the diced apples with cornstarch, lemon juice, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the apples.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the apples are tender.
- Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor.
- Letting the bars cool completely helps them firm up for easier slicing.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.