Flaky Apple Pie Bars Recipe
These Flaky Apple Pie Bars are a delightful twist. On the classic apple pie. Offering all the beloved flavors. In a convenient bar form. The buttery, flaky crust. Holds a generous layer of tart Granny Smith apples. Sweetened with a blend of brown and white sugar. And spiced with cinnamon. Topped with a crisp, nutty crumb. Made from the reserved dough. And crushed pecans. These bars deliver the perfect balance of textures. And flavors. Easy to make. And even easier to enjoy. They’re the perfect treat. For any time of year.
Servings
Ingredients
Crust:
- 2 ½ c of all-purpose flour
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 c of butter or shortening
- 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- ½ c of milk
Filling:
- 8 small Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and sliced thin
- ¼ c of brown sugar
- ½ c of white sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Crumb Topping:
- Reserved dough from the bottom crust
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- Crushed pecans
- 1 tablespoon of white sugar
- 2 tablespoons of flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl. Combine the flour. And 3 tablespoons of sugar.
- Using a pastry cutter. Cut the butter or shortening. Into the flour mixture. Until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl. Beat together the egg yolks. And milk. Until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture. Into the flour mixture. And stir until a dough forms.
- Set aside ¼ of the dough. For the crumb topping.
- Press the remaining dough evenly. Into the bottom. Of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Arrange the sliced apples evenly. Over the dough.
- In a small bowl. Mix together the white sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Then sprinkle this mixture. Over the apples.
- Take the reserved dough. And mix it with the additional ingredients. Listed for the topping. Crumble this mixture. Over the apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven. For 40 minutes. Or until the top is golden brown. Allow the bars to cool. Before cutting into 24 squares.
Notes
To make this Flaky Apple Pie Bars Recipe gluten-free. Simply swap the all-purpose flour. With a good-quality gluten-free flour blend. That includes xanthan gum. Which helps mimic the elasticity. And the texture of gluten. Ensure that your other ingredients. Like the sugars and cinnamon. Are free from cross-contamination. With these simple substitutions. You can enjoy all the comforting flavors. And textures of these apple pie bars. Without the gluten. Making them a delicious option for everyone. Including those with dietary restrictions.