Apple Pie Bars from Philadelphia

Apple pie bars from Philadelphia are a popular dessert in the United States, especially during the autumn season when apples are in abundance.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 95 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Apple Pie Bars from Philadelphia

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 35 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoon Water
• 3 large Apples
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and water together, then add it to the flour mixture. Stir until the dough comes together.
4. Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
5. In another bowl, mix together the apples, lemon juice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the dough.
6. Crumble the remaining dough over the apple mixture.
7. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 35g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.