Apple pie bars are a yummy treat, perfect for a cozy dessert after dinner or at a gathering. These homemade bars combine the familiar flavors of apple pie with the added crunch of a streusel topping, offering a delicious twist on the classic recipe.
With just a handful of ingredients, you can make these irresistible treats in your own kitchen, making them a go-to for any occasion.
What are apple pie bars?
Apple pie bars are a delicious dessert that combines the flavors of traditional apple pie with the convenience of a bar. They are made with a buttery crust, a layer of sweet and spiced apple filling, and a crumbly streusel topping.
Ingredients:
- Butter, softened
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla
- Flour
- Salt
- Apple pie filling
For the streusel topping:
- Brown sugar
- Flour
- Butter, cubed
How to Make Apple Pie Bars
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the edges of the paper hang over the edges of the pan.
Beat together the butter and sugar in a large bowl. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until well combined.
Add the flour and salt and mix until combined. Press the dough into the bottom of the pan in an even layer.
Spread the pie filling over the top of the crust.
Make the streusel topping by whisking together the brown sugar and flour.
Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Sprinkle the topping over the pie filling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. The pie bars are finished baking when the filling is bubbling and the streusel topping is golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool completely, then remove them from the pan by pulling the edges of the parchment paper up. Cut into bars before serving.
After a hearty dinner, there’s no better way to satisfy a sweet tooth than with a delicious apple pie bar.
These bars offer the perfect combination of warm, comforting flavors.
Serve them on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Can I customize with different toppings?
Definitely! While the recipe calls for a streusel topping, you can get creative and customize your pie bars with other delicious toppings. Try adding a drizzle of caramel sauce, a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, or even a scoop of ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Apple Pie Bars
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ½ teaspoons alt
- 1 21- ounce can apple pie filling
For the streusel topping:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 tablespoons butter cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the edges of the paper hang over the edges of the pan.
- Beat together the butter and sugar in a large bowl. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until well combined.
- Add the flour and salt and mix until combined. Press the dough into the bottom of the pan in an even layer.
- Spread the pie filling over the top of the crust.
- Make the streusel topping by whisking together the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Sprinkle the topping over the pie filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. The pie bars are finished baking when the filling is bubbling and the streusel topping is golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely, then remove them from the pan by pulling the edges of the parchment paper up. Cut into bars before serving.
