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A close-up of golden-brown apple bars topped with drizzles of rich salted caramel, sprinkled with flaky sea salt, and garnished with sliced fresh apples on a wooden cutting board, with a autumn-themed background featuring warm tones and cozy ambiance.

Fall-Inspired Salted Caramel Apple Bars That Amaze

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A decadent and easy-to-make fall dessert featuring a buttery crust, caramel-topped apple filling, and a salted caramel drizzle, perfect for holiday parties or cozy weekends.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
  • 4 large apples, sliced
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • Sea salt for sprinkling
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the baking dish to form a crust.
  3. Spread sliced apples evenly over the crust.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes or until apples are tender.
  5. Warm caramel sauce and pour over baked apples. Sprinkle with sea salt.
  6. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with extra caramel if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh, crisp apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for best flavor.
  • Warm caramel enhances the flavor and drizzles easily.
  • For a vegan version, substitute vegan butter and caramel sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg