Gifts from the kitchen, Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

the Painted Apron

6 years ago

Get a quick fix of fall with these Carmel Apple treats

They are full of caramelized apple pieces and they bake up like a brownie

First make the caramel apple filling by cooking the apples in butter and brown sugar

Then make a batter with melted butter, brown sugar, and egg

Add the cooked apples

Pour into a well greased pan {or one lined with parchment paper}

Bake!

Let cool completely before serving with a spoonful of salted caramel sauce and whipped cream 😋

Psst…don’t drool…

This recipe is adapted from Will Cook for Smiles

Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword apple pie cookies, Caramel apple pie bars, caramel apples

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Servings 18 bars

Peel, core and chop the apples into 1/2 inch pieces.
Melt butter in medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir to melt.
Add apples, stir and cover pan. Let apples cook for 5 minutes.
Apples should be soft {or continue cooking until they are} and then add flour.
Stir flour into apples until it disappears and filling thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Generously grease or spray a small baking dish, 8″ x 8″ or I used a 9″ x 6″ rectangle.
Melt butter in a large mixing bowl. Add sugar and whisk to combine.
Add egg and whisk to thoroughly.
Add vanilla, baking powder, apple pie spice and flour. Stir well.
Stir in the cooled apple filling.
Pour batter into prepared dish and spread into an even layer.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until just set. Let cool thoroughly before cutting into bars.
Makes about 18 bars or squares.
To serve, top each bar with a generous spoonful of salted caramel sauce and a dollop of whipped cream