{"id":"4051c8ae-5d69-4997-8196-2ff4f2c35f4c","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/4051c8ae-5d69-4997-8196-2ff4f2c35f4c","source_url":"https://handletheheat.com/apple-crisp-cookie-bars/","title":"Apple Crisp Cookie Bars","description":"Apple Crisp Cookie Bars feature a simple chewy cookie crust covered with cinnamon apples and a crispy sweet oat topping for an easy fall treat! Ready in just over 1 hour.","servings":9,"servings_text":"9","prep_time":"PT25M","cook_time":"PT37M","total_time":"PT62M","image_url":"https://handletheheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/apple-crisp-bars-SQUARE.png","ingredients":[{"text":"1 1/2 cups (191 grams) all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":191,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt","item":"fine sea salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":1,"unit":"stick","metric_alternate":{"quantity":113,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1 cup (200 grams) dark brown sugar","item":"dark brown sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":200,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"2 tablespoons molasses","item":"molasses","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon milk","item":"milk","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk","item":"large egg plus 1 egg yolk","quantity":1},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 small Granny smith apples, (peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices)","item":"small Granny smith apples,","quantity":2,"preparation":"peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices"},{"text":"2 tablespoons granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons heavy cream","item":"heavy cream","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/3 cup (42 grams) all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":42,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/3 cup (30 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats","item":"old-fashioned rolled oats","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":30,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/4 cup (50 grams) light brown sugar","item":"light brown sugar","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":50,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","metric_alternate":{"quantity":25,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt","item":"fine sea salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoons (42 grams) unsalted butter, (cubed and chilled)","item":"unsalted butter,","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"cubed and chilled","metric_alternate":{"quantity":42,"unit":"g"}}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8 by 8-inch metal baking pan with parchment or foil, leaving an overhang on all sides.","section":"Make the bars:"},{"number":2,"text":"In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.","section":"Make the bars:"},{"number":3,"text":"In a large heatproof bowl, melt the butter. While the butter is still hot, add the brown sugar and stir until combined. Allow to cool slightly before adding the molasses, milk, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla. Gently stir in the dry ingredients.","section":"Make the bars:"},{"number":4,"text":"Smooth the mixture into the prepared pan in an even layer. Bake for 17 minutes, or until the edges are just set but the center is still undercooked.","section":"Make the bars:"},{"number":5,"text":"While the crust is baking, combine the apple ingredients a medium bowl. Carefully arrange the slices over the par-baked crust in one even layer.","section":"Make the apple mixture:"},{"number":6,"text":"In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Using a pastry blender or a fork, cut the butter into the dry ingredient mixture until a coarse meal forms. Sprinkle all over the apples.","section":"Make the topping:"},{"number":7,"text":"Return the pan to the oven and continue baking until the topping is golden and the apples are soft, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool before slicing and serving. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.","section":"Make the topping:"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T19:15:30.484625+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T19:15:30.484625+00:00"}