Brown Butter Apple Crisp Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (187g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and browned
• 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups (600g) peeled and sliced apples

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. In a large bowl, beat together browned butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
5. Stir in flour mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Press half of the dough into the prepared pan.
7. Spread apple slices evenly over the dough.
8. Crumble the remaining dough over the apples.
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
10. Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per bar
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet, crunchy, and flavorful
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for dessert or a snack
• Can be easily customized with different fruits or toppings

User Comments:

• "These bars are absolutely delicious! The browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor and the apples are perfectly tender."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I always have a batch of these bars in my freezer for when company comes over."
• "I've made these bars with several different kinds of fruit and they always turn out amazing. My favorite combination is apples and cranberries."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the bars tough.
• If the apples are very juicy, you may need to drain some of the liquid before baking.
• To make the bars ahead of time, bake them and let them cool completely. Wrap the bars tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw the bars overnight in the refrigerator and then warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.