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Apple Pie Bars
These Apple Pie Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, tender cinnamon apples, and irresistible crumb topping. They’re an easy make-ahead dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings and holiday parties!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a 13×9" baking dish with parchment paper.
- Step 2
Place the softened butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar and vanilla in a large bowl and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3
Add the flour, cinnamon and salt and beat on low speed until the dry ingredients are just incorporated. Reserve 1/3 of the dough for the crumble topping.
- Step 4
Press 2/3 of the shortbread evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until light golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 5
Place the sliced apples, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and cinnamon in a large bowl and stir until well combined. Pour the filling.
- Step 6
Pour the filling over the shortbread crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle over the reserved crumble topping and bake for 40-45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Insert the tip of a knife into the apples to make sure they're tender. If the topping begins to brown too quickly, cover with aluminum foil for the remainder of the baking time.
- Step 7
Remove the apple pie bars from heat and cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars, serve and enjoy!
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