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Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars Recipe

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Delight in the comforting flavors of classic apple pie transformed into convenient, chewy oatmeal bars. These Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars feature a hearty oat crust layered with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple filling, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a wholesome snack, they combine the best of warm spices and tender apples in a portable and delicious form.

Ingredients

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Apple Pie Filling

  • 2 cups apples (cored, peeled, and chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Oatmeal Bars

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into pieces)

Instructions

  1. Make the Apple Pie Filling: Combine the chopped apples, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally as the apples cook, allowing the mixture to thicken and the apples to soften, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool while preparing the oat mixture.
  2. Prepare the Baking Dish and Dry Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until evenly combined.
  3. Create the Crumbly Oat Mixture: Add the 14 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter pieces to the dry mixture. Using a fork or pastry cutter, blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the texture becomes crumbly and the mixture sticks together when pinched between your fingertips.
  4. Assemble the Bars: Press half of the oat mixture firmly into an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Carefully spread the cooled apple pie filling evenly over this base layer. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture evenly over the apples, covering the filling completely.
  5. Bake the Bars: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Keep an eye to ensure even baking, adjusting time slightly if necessary.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack while still in the pan. Once cooled, cut into 12 squares. These bars can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.

Notes

  • For a crunchier topping, chill the oat mixture before baking.
  • If fresh apples are not available, you can use frozen apples thawed and drained.
  • Use unsalted butter to control the salt content more precisely.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated to extend freshness.
  • These bars can be warmed slightly before serving for a freshly baked feel.

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