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Apple Pie Bars with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel

Healthy Apple Pie Bars with Salted Peanut Butter Bliss

Enjoy these Apple Pie Bars with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel for a wholesome yet indulgent seasonal dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust & Topping
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Oat Flour Can replace with all-purpose flour for non-gluten-free
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats Ensure gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda For rising
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Butter (or Vegan Buttery Stick) Replace with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Important for flavor
For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups Honeycrisp Apples Can substitute with other firm varieties
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (or Arrowroot Starch) Thickens filling
For the Salted Peanut Butter Caramel
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Almond butter can be used
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Use more peanut butter or a neutral oil if unavailable

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Combine oat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Mix in melted butter and vanilla until crumbly. Press two-thirds into the pan.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, add sliced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon. Cook for 5-7 mins, stir in vanilla and cornstarch, and thicken.
  5. Spread apple filling over the crust and sprinkle with remaining crumble mix. Bake for 30-35 mins until golden brown.
  6. Mix peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and salt in a bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir until smooth, and cool slightly before drizzling on the bars.
  7. Once cooled, slice into squares and serve warm or cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Press the crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Avoid overcooking apples for better texture. Use dairy-free substitutes to keep the recipe vegan. Allow bars to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

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