Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Bars combine a buttery oat crust, cinnamon-spiced apples, golden crumble topping, and rich caramel sauce for a dessert that screams fall comfort. Each bar is chewy, gooey, and finished with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt for balance. These bars slice beautifully once chilled, making them ideal for gatherings or seasonal gifting.
🍏 Ingredients
For the Crust & Topping:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Apple Filling:
- 5 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
