Dutch Apple Bars

Experience the ultimate fusion of comfort and indulgence with these Dutch Apple Bars—an irresistible treat combining a buttery crust, warm spiced apples, and a golden oat streusel topping. Perfect for fall or any time of the year, this recipe showcases tender slices of cinnamon- and nutmeg-dusted apples layered over a soft, crumbly base, all baked to perfection. A drizzle of lemon juice enhances the apple's natural sweetness, while the streusel made with rolled oats and brown sugar adds a delightful crunch. Ready in just over an hour, these apple bars make an ideal dessert, snack, or addition to any potluck. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish and serve them warm or at room temperature for a truly comforting bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend it until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the flour-butter crumbs and mix until a dough forms.

Step 5

Press about two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Reserve the remaining dough for the streusel topping.

Step 6

In another large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and lemon juice until evenly coated.

Step 7

Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.

Step 8

To make the streusel topping, add the remaining 0.5 cups of flour and rolled oats to the reserved dough and mix until crumbly. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the apples.

Step 9

Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 11

Once cooled, cut into 12 bars and dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy the delicious Dutch Apple Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1798.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4895.2

Total Fat 211.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 888.7mg	0%
Sodium 1625.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 713.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.5g	0%
Total Sugars 395.5g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 198.7IU	0%
Calcium 366.1mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 1823.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 57.0%