Ingredients and Weight:
- Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced: 2 cups (300g)
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/2 cup (1 stick, 113g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Light brown sugar, packed: 1/2 cup (100g)
- All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) ground nutmeg
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss apples with melted butter.
- In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Sprinkle sugar mixture over apples and toss to coat.
- Pour apple mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 bar):
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and crunchy
- Crisp crust with tender apples
- Perfect for a quick and easy dessert or snack
User Comments:
- "These bars are so delicious! The apple filling is perfectly sweet and the cinnamon topping adds the perfect amount of spice."
- "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's a great way to use up leftover apples."
- "These bars are always a hit at parties. They're the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples for even cooking.
- Don't overbake the bars, as the topping may burn.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure they hold their shape.
