Caramel Apple Bars

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Caramel Apple Bars
50 min.
36
143kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Caramel Apple Bars, a dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall! With a rich, buttery base and a luscious layer of tart apples, these bars are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Imagine biting into a warm, gooey treat that combines the comforting flavors of caramel and apple, all while being surrounded by a crumbly oat topping that adds just the right amount of texture.

Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe yields 36 generous servings, making it perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply to enjoy at home with family and friends. Each bar is a delightful blend of sweet and savory, with a caloric count of only 143 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The combination of brown sugar, butter, and shortening creates a rich flavor profile that pairs beautifully with the tartness of the apples and the sweetness of the melted caramel.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these Caramel Apple Bars are sure to impress. They are not only visually appealing but also a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will warm hearts and satisfy cravings!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • 1.8 cups flour divided
  • 1.5 cups oats 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 4.5 cups baking apples are apples that have a sweet-tart balance and hold their shape when peeled coarsely chopped (3 medium)
  • 14 oz individually wrapped caramels 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix brown sugar, butter and shortening in large bowl until smooth and well blended.
  3. Stir in 1 3/4 cups flour, the oats, salt and baking soda until crumbly.
  4. Reserve 2 cups oat mixture; press remaining oat mixture in ungreased 13x9-inch pan.
  5. In large bowl, toss apples and remaining 3 tablespoons of the flour. Top crust evenly with apple mixture.
  6. In small saucepan, heat caramels over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted.
  7. Drizzle melted caramel evenly over apples.
  8. Sprinkle reserved oat mixture over caramels; press lightly.
  9. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.
  10. Cool at least 20 minutes on cooling rack before serving. For 36 bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows while warm. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein4.53%
Fat31.63%
Carbs63.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.97
Glycemic Load
10.73
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.5982608872911%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.25mg
Catechin
0.2mg
Epigallocatechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:143.3kcal
7.17%
Fat:5.19g
7.99%
Saturated Fat:2.3g
14.38%
Carbohydrates:23.58g
7.86%
Net Carbohydrates:22.73g
8.26%
Sugar:14.84g
16.49%
Cholesterol:7.55mg
2.52%
Sodium:129.23mg
5.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.67g
3.34%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.87%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.36%
Selenium:3.51µg
5.02%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.97%
Phosphorus:37.32mg
3.73%
Magnesium:13.73mg
3.43%
Fiber:0.86g
3.43%
Folate:13.27µg
3.32%
Iron:0.52mg
2.88%
Calcium:24.53mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.13%
Potassium:67.81mg
1.94%
Vitamin A:91.86IU
1.84%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.78%
Vitamin K:1.65µg
1.57%
Copper:0.03mg
1.52%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.5%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.4%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.06%