Apple Streusel Bars: Discover the Secret to Perfection!
Delicious and easy-to-make Apple Streusel Bars with a buttery crust and a sweet apple filling topped with a crumbly streusel.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, and mix until combined.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and spread them over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the apples.
- If using, sprinkle the oats and nuts on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a sweeter filling, add more sugar to the apples.
- Serve warm with ice cream for a delicious dessert.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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