Apple Pie Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (187g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
• 1 large egg yolk

• 1 tablespoon (15ml) ice water

• 6 cups (900g) peeled, sliced apples (about 3 medium apples)

• 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and ice water and stir until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Make the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until well combined.

3. Assemble the bars: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12x8 inch rectangle. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and trim the edges.

5. Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough.

6. Bake the bars: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. Let the bars cool completely before cutting and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Sweet and tart
• Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack

User Comments:

• "These bars are absolutely delicious! The crust is flaky and buttery, and the apple filling is perfectly spiced." - Amy J.
• "I made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how good they were." - Sarah K.
• "These are the best apple pie bars I've ever had. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing." - David B.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the crust is extra flaky, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
• If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease and flour the baking pan before adding the dough.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting and serving, otherwise the filling might be too runny.