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Apple Pie Crumble Bars with Salted Maple Glaze

Apple Pie Crumble Bars with Salted Maple Glaze

These bars combine a buttery shortbread crust, spiced apple filling, and a crisp oat topping. Finished with a sweet and salty maple drizzle, they are the perfect fall dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust & Crumble:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Structure for the base
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats Adds texture
  • ¾ cup brown sugar packed (Sweetness and moisture)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed (Creates flaky layers)
  • For the Apple Filling:
  • 3 cups Granny Smith apples peeled and diced (Tart flavor, holds shape)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • For the Salted Maple Glaze:
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1-2 tsp milk dairy or plant-based
  • Pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • 8×8 baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry Cutter or Fork

Method
 

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make Crumble: Whisk flour, oats, sugars, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  3. Bake Crust: Set aside 1 ½ cups of the mixture. Press the rest into the pan and bake for 10-12 mins.
  4. Mix Filling: Toss peeled, diced apples with flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Assemble: Layer apples over the hot crust, then cover with the reserved crumble.
  6. Bake: Bake for 30-35 mins until golden brown.
  7. Cool: Let cool completely in the pan (crucial for slicing).
  8. Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and salt. Drizzle over bars and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure apples are diced small for even cooking.
  • Vegan option: Use plant-based butter and almond milk.