Caramel Apple Squares

Health score
2%
Caramel Apple Squares
105 min.
16
256kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Caramel Apple Squares, a dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall! With a rich buttery crust, a generous layer of tender apples, and a luscious caramel drizzle, these squares are sure to become a favorite in your household. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, from the warm, spiced apples to the crunchy pecans that add a delightful crunch.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. In just 105 minutes, you can create a dessert that not only looks impressive but also tastes divine. Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or simply as a treat for yourself, these Caramel Apple Squares are versatile enough to be enjoyed any time of the year. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream, and watch as they become the star of the show!

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees delicious results. The combination of oats and brown sugar in the crust provides a comforting, homey flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet and tart apples. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this scrumptious dessert that’s sure to leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup oats 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup pecans finely chopped
  • cups apples unpeeled chopped (2 medium)
  • 0.8 cup mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • serving whipped cream 
  • serving mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening. In large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. Beat in 1 cup flour, the oats, cinnamon, baking soda and pecans until well blended and crumbly. Press half of the crumbly mixture in bottom of pan to form crust. Reserve remaining crumbly mixture for topping.
  2. Spread apples over crust in pan. In 1-quart saucepan, heat 3/4 cup caramel topping and 1/4 cup flour to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
  3. Drizzle over apples.
  4. Sprinkle with reserved crumbly mixture.
  5. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until top is golden brown. Cool 30 minutes before serving. Top with ice cream and additional caramel topping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories256kcal
Protein3.74%
Fat40.67%
Carbs55.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.63
Glycemic Load
8.01
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.656956449313%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Catechin
0.55mg
Epigallocatechin
0.25mg
Epicatechin
1.79mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:256.36kcal
12.82%
Fat:11.94g
18.37%
Saturated Fat:2.35g
14.66%
Carbohydrates:36.71g
12.24%
Net Carbohydrates:34.95g
12.71%
Sugar:24.33g
27.03%
Cholesterol:1.82mg
0.61%
Sodium:187.09mg
8.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.47g
4.94%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.48%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.61%
Vitamin A:424.7IU
8.49%
Selenium:5.32µg
7.6%
Fiber:1.76g
7.04%
Phosphorus:55.85mg
5.59%
Folate:21.66µg
5.42%
Iron:0.89mg
4.97%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.74%
Copper:0.09mg
4.45%
Magnesium:17.3mg
4.32%
Vitamin B3:0.72mg
3.59%
Calcium:35.44mg
3.54%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.12%
Potassium:107.98mg
3.09%
Zinc:0.45mg
3.01%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.15%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.74%
Vitamin C:1.23mg
1.49%