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Apple Pie Bars

Delicious Apple Pie Bars combine the flavors of traditional apple pie with the convenience of a bar dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Serving Size 12 bars

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 12 Tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed Ensure butter is very cold for a flakier crust.
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup milk (2% or whole)

For the filling

  • 5 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples (Granny Smith & Honeycrisp) Experiment with different apples for varying flavors.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

For assembly and topping

  • 1 egg white lightly beaten
  • 3 Tbsp turbinado sugar

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare a 13×9" pan by lining it with parchment paper or foil and spraying it with nonstick spray.
  • In a food processor, combine 2 cups of flour and 1/2 tsp salt. Pulse to combine.
  • Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and pulse until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Incorporate the egg yolk and milk, pulsing until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator.

Filling & Assembly

  • In a large bowl, toss the diced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, 1/2 cup of flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Ensure that the apples are well-coated.
  • Roll out half of the dough to fit the size of your prepared pan (13×9"). Drape this dough into the pan to form the bottom crust.
  • Spread the apple filling evenly over the crust.
  • Roll out the remaining dough slightly larger than the dimensions of the pan to create the top layer. Drape this over the filling, tuck the edges under, and seal gently.
  • Brush the top of the bars with the beaten egg white and evenly sprinkle turbinado sugar over the surface.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and firm to the touch.
  • Allow the bars to cool for at least one hour before slicing into squares.

Notes

To store Apple Pie Bars, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months, ensuring they are wrapped tightly.