Delicious apple crumble bars: a delicious dessert for all seasons

These delicious apple crumble bars are the perfect combination of a buttery crust, tender caramelized apples and a crumbly cinnamon-infused topping. Each layer of this dessert is meticulously crafted to deliver a symphony of flavors and textures, making every bite a delicious experience. The addition of a rich caramel sauce enhances the sweetness of the apples, creating a dessert that is both comforting and indulgent.

Why you'll love it: You'll love these apple crumble bars for their perfect blend of flavors and textures. The buttery crust provides a sturdy base that contrasts beautifully with the tender caramelized apple filling. The crumble topping adds a delicious crunch, infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar. The rich caramel sauce takes these bars to the next level, making them an irresistible treat. These bars are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, making them a favorite in your dessert rotation.

Perfect occasion: These apple crumble bars are ideal for any gathering where you want to impress your guests with a homemade dessert. They're perfect for holiday parties, family dinners, potlucks, or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. Their beautiful presentation and delicious flavor make them a remarkable dessert that will leave a lasting impression. They are also perfect for gifting, packaged in a beautiful box or metal box.

Decorating Tips: For a professional finish, consider sprinkling the bars with powdered sugar once they have completely cooled. You can also drizzle a little extra caramel sauce on top for extra indulgence. If you want to add a touch of elegance, decorate with a few thin slices of apple or a pinch of cinnamon. replaces the word nice with empty serve, cut the bars into neat squares and arrange on a decorative platter or cake stand.

Apples:

• 4 cups (16 oz) chopped and peeled baked apples
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1. In a large bowl, mix the chopped apples with the lemon juice.
2. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the apples, sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool.

Crumble topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon and salt.
2. Blend the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press together to form 1/2 inch pieces.
3. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Caramel sauce:

• 20 caramel candies
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the caramel candies and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (plus a little for sprinkling)
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, baking powder and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Add the flour mixture and beat until the dough comes together.
4. Press dough into prepared pan. Bake until evenly lightly browned, about 20 to 22 minutes.
5. Garnish the cooked crust with the cooked apples. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
6. Garnish with crumble and return to the oven. Continue cooking until the topping is golden brown and the filling begins to bubble, about 25 to 28 minutes.
7. Leave to cool in the pan. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

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