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Apple Crisp Bars
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Apple Crisp Bars with Crumb Topping

These Apple Crisp Bars pack all the cozy flavors of classic apple crisp—warm cinnamon, tart apples, and buttery crumbs—into a portable bar with a satisfyingly crisp topping. Perfect for lazy bakers and dessert lovers alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups diced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or both)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for apple mixture)
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for base/crumble)

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • parchment paper
  • spatula or spoon
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Toss diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of flour. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix 1 cup flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for the topping.
  3. Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan to form the base.
  4. Layer the apple mixture evenly over the base.
  5. Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over apples to form the topping.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and bubbling. Let cool before slicing.

Notes

Underbake slightly for a gooey center. Best made with tart, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Bars freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Try serving with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel.