Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Homemade Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars, a perfect blend of buttery shortbread, sweet cinnamon-spiced apples, and a crunchy oat topping. These bars are not only visually appealing with their golden-brown finish but also deliver a heartwarming flavor that’s ideal for cozy gatherings or satisfying your sweet tooth any day. Their easy preparation makes them accessible for bakers of all skill levels, while the versatility of serving options—from a simple afternoon snack to an impressive dessert at parties—ensures they will be a hit wherever they go.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large apples
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- For the shortbread base, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, mix in vanilla and salt, then gradually add flour to form dough. Press into the pan.
- For the apple filling, toss sliced apples with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread over the shortbread base.
- For the oat topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over apple filling.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown on top. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Choose fresh apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor. Feel free to customize toppings with nuts or chocolate chips for added texture. Allow bars to cool completely for clean cuts.