Brown Butter Apple Pie Bars
Brown Butter Apple Pie Bars are the perfect autumn treat, blending a buttery, nutty crust with sweet, caramelized apples and a dash of cinnamon. These bars capture the essence of cozy fall evenings, providing a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for browning)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 4 peeled and sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown, stirring continuously.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the browned butter and vanilla to the dry mixture; stir gently until combined.
- Toss sliced apples in cinnamon sugar before folding into the batter.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or a drizzle of caramel sauce. These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerated for up to one week.