Shortcut Caramel Apple Bars

Shortcut Caramel Apple Bars
115 min.
48
112kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Shortcut Caramel Apple Bars, a perfect dessert that combines the comforting flavors of caramel and apples in a convenient, easy-to-make treat. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends.

With just 115 minutes of preparation and baking time, you can whip up a batch that serves 48 people, making them an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or any festive occasion. Each bar is a delicious blend of coarsely chopped apples, rich caramel ice cream topping, and a crumbly oat mixture, all topped with a sprinkle of nuts for that extra crunch. At only 112 calories per serving, you can enjoy these bars without the guilt!

The process is simple and straightforward, allowing even novice bakers to create a stunning dessert that looks as good as it tastes. The aroma of baking apples and caramel will fill your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around and savor the moment. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to these irresistible Shortcut Caramel Apple Bars that are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cups apples peeled coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed
  • 1.3 cups butter melted
  • 1.5 cups mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • cups oats 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening. In large bowl with electric mixer, beat base and topping ingredients on low speed until crumbly. Press half of mixture (about 2 1/2 cups) in pan to form base; reserve remaining mixture for topping.
  2. Bake 8 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, mix caramel topping and 1/2 cup flour until well blended.
  4. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens slightly.
  5. Remove partially baked base from oven.
  6. Sprinkle with apples and walnuts.
  7. Pour caramel mixture evenly over top.
  8. Sprinkle with reserved topping mixture.
  9. Return to oven; bake 20 to 25 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool on wire rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
  10. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein3.25%
Fat45.03%
Carbs51.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
2.22
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8113043256428%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.84kcal
5.59%
Fat:5.81g
8.93%
Saturated Fat:1.1g
6.89%
Carbohydrates:15.01g
5%
Net Carbohydrates:14.45g
5.25%
Sugar:11.32g
12.58%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:104.76mg
4.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.94g
1.89%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.28%
Vitamin A:220.87IU
4.42%
Magnesium:12.74mg
3.19%
Phosphorus:26.06mg
2.61%
Selenium:1.82µg
2.61%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.27%
Fiber:0.56g
2.24%
Copper:0.04mg
1.92%
Iron:0.31mg
1.71%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.53%
Calcium:14.23mg
1.42%
Folate:5.08µg
1.27%
Potassium:40.72mg
1.16%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.06%