For extra flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of lemon juice to the apple mixture. A sprinkle of coarse sugar on top of the crust before baking adds a delightful crunch. Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties for a unique flavor profile.
Cinnamon Apple Pie Bars
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS30
Imagine the comforting flavors of apple pie transformed into easy-to-serve bars! These Cinnamon Apple Pie Bars boast a perfectly balanced blend of warm spices and sweet apples nestled between layers of flaky, golden crust. Simpler to make than a traditional pie, they deliver all the deliciousness with less fuss. Optional lattice top for a fancy presentation.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate54 g
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Cholesterol0 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium171 mg
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Sugar34 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
02
Step
15 mins
Roll 1 pie crust pastry onto a work surface; lightly roll with a rolling pin until crust is a 9x13-inch rectangle, cutting crust if needed. Press crust into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish, placing leftover crust pieces in the corners. (Prep time: 15 minutes)
03
Step
10 mins
Whisk white sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Toss Granny Smith apples and Gala apples in sugar mixture until evenly coated. Spread apple mixture evenly over pie crust; pour remaining juices over apples. (Prep time: 20 minutes)
04
Step
10 mins
Roll the remaining pie crust to 9x13-inch rectangle and place over apple layer, folding edges over apples to completely cover. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
05
Step
50 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool apple bars slightly, about 20 minutes.
06
Step
20 mins
Whisk confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until topping is smooth and desired consistency; drizzle over bars. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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Mireya Tromp
Jun 30, 2025This recipe is a keeper! My kids devoured them.
Hugh Hammes
May 27, 2025These bars were a huge hit at my family gathering! So much easier than making a whole pie.
Dorothea Bradtke
May 6, 2025The spice blend is perfect! Not too overpowering, just right.
Marilyne Stark
Feb 21, 2025I added a lattice top and they looked absolutely stunning!