Apple Crisp Bars

With a buttery shortbread crust, spiced apple filling, and a crunchy oat topping, these apple crisp bars are a fun and irresistible dessert that is sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Bake

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 212

Preheat oven to 350F and line a 9x9" pan with parchment paper with overhang sides.
In a medium bowl, stir together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla.
1/2 cup (114g) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Stir in the flour until everything is combined and press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges (meanwhile, prepare the filling and topping).
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
In a large bowl, toss together the flour, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Add the apples and stir until evenly coated. Set aside.
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 Tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon
In the same medium bowl you used to make the crust, mix together the flour and rolled oats.
1/2 cup (63g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats
Add brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
1/2 cup (100g) lightly packed brown sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Stir in the melted butter until all is moistened and set aside.
1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter
Once the crust is done, evenly layer the apples on top, then sprinkle the streusel over the apples.
4 cups apples
Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container (lined with paper towels) at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to a week.