Apple Streusel Bars Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• STEP 3.Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
• STEP 4.In another bowl, mix together the diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust.
• STEP 5.Sprinkle the remaining streusel mixture over the apples, pressing it lightly into the filling.
• STEP 6.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the streusel topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
• STEP 7.Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use cold butter when making the streusel mixture to achieve a crumbly texture.
• You can use any variety of apples for this recipe, but Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples work well.
• For an extra flavor boost, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the apple filling.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Apple Streusel Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To serve, you can warm the bars in the microwave for a few seconds or enjoy them at room temperature.
• These bars are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.