Description
Chewy and buttery dessert bars layered with tender spiced apples and drizzled with rich salted caramel sauce, perfect for fall or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Sea salt flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into wet mixture until just combined.
- In a small bowl, toss diced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg. Fold into batter.
- Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, then drizzle salted caramel sauce over the bars.
- Sprinkle lightly with sea salt flakes and cut into squares before serving.
Notes
- For extra decadence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Granny Smith apples work best for a tart contrast to the sweetness.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American