Harvest Apple Streusel Squares

Indulge in the perfect fall treat with these Harvest Apple Streusel Squares, a luscious combination of buttery shortbread crust, tender cinnamon-spiced apples, and a golden oat streusel topping. Crafted with just the right balance of sweetness and warmth, this recipe is packed with seasonal flavor, thanks to a generous use of fresh, diced apples and cozy spices like cinnamon. The crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth streusel adds a delightful texture, making these squares an ideal dessert for autumn gatherings or a comforting snack with a hot cup of tea. Easily baked in a 9x13-inch pan and prepped in just 20 minutes, these apple streusel bars are both simple and spectacular, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Work in 1 cup of cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 5

While the crust is baking, prepare the apple filling. In a medium bowl, toss the 4 cups of diced apples with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until well coated.

Step 6

Spread the apple mixture evenly over the cooled crust.

Step 7

To make the streusel topping, combine ½ cup of flour, ¾ cup of brown sugar, 1 cup of rolled oats, and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon in a medium bowl. Cut in ½ cup of cold cubed butter until crumbly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apple filling.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Step 10

Let the squares cool completely in the pan, then use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out. Cut into 12 squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1779.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4775.4

Total Fat 202.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 516.7mg	0%
Sodium 1260.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 721.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 397.5g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 314.0mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 1767.9mg	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: 37.1%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 58.8%