Best 6 Apple Crumb Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing world of apple crumb squares, a delectable treat that harmonizes the flavors of sweet, tangy apples and a buttery, crumbly topping. This article presents two enticing recipes that cater to different dietary preferences: a classic apple crumb square recipe and a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions.

The classic apple crumb square recipe embodies the traditional flavors of this beloved dessert. It features a flaky pie crust filled with a generous helping of sautéed apples, kissed with cinnamon and sugar, and topped with a golden-brown crumb mixture. The gluten-free apple crumb square recipe offers an equally delightful experience, utilizing a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Both recipes promise a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CRUMBLE BARS



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The combination of apple butter and dried apples adds layers of apple flavor to this hearty treat. Oats and whole-wheat flour amplify the satisfaction.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield Makes: 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for greasing
1 cup white whole-wheat flour
1 cup rolled oats
2/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch fine sea salt
1/2 cup apple butter
4 ounces dried apples
4 ounces dried cherries, golden raisins or other dried fruit
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • For the base and streusel topping: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking pan.
  • Put the flour, oats, sugars, baking soda and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse 6 times, about 3 seconds per pulse, until some of the oatmeal is finely chopped and some still large or whole. Drizzle in the melted butter, toss with a fork and then pulse until the mixture comes together, about 8 times.
  • Press two-thirds of the oat mixture into the prepared pan. Squeeze spoonfuls of the remaining mixture in your palm to make chunks - some larger, some smaller - and place in a small bowl.
  • Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate both the base and the chunks for 30 minutes.
  • For the filling: Put the apple butter, dried fruit, cinnamon and 2 tablespoons water in the cleaned bowl of the food processor and pulse to a chunky paste. Spread the filling over the chilled base. Scatter the streusel topping over the filling, leaving some of the filling showing through. Bake until the streusel is toasty and crisp, about 30 minutes. Cool completely on a rack, about 2 hours, before slicing into 16 squares.
  • From Food Network Kitchen

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 19 milligrams, Sodium 64 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 22 grams

RASPBERRY & APPLE CRUMBLE SQUARES



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A brilliant combination of two great puddings - sponge and crumble - try reader Bridie Bannon's fruity traybake

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Snack, Treat

Time 1h5m

Yield Cuts into 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Bramley apple , peeled and diced
100g butter , softened
175g golden caster sugar
1 egg
280g self-raising flour
125ml milk
200g raspberries
50g butter , diced
85g self-raising flour
100g golden caster sugar
zest 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line a 20 x 30cm cake tin with baking parchment. Put the apple in a small pan with 2 tbsp water. Cook for a few mins or until the apple starts to soften.
  • Meanwhile, make the crumble topping. Rub the butter into the flour, sugar and lemon zest until it resembles big breadcrumbs, then set aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy, then gradually add the egg. Tip in the flour and milk, and continue to beat until everything is combined. Incorporate the apples then spoon the mixture into the tin, smooth the surface, then dot with the raspberries. Sprinkle over the crumble topping and bake for 45 mins or until a skewer inserted comes out clean, and the topping is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.35 milligram of sodium

APPLE CRUMB BARS



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This has been a favorite apple bar recipe of mine for many years. I've made these apple crisp bars for parties and for family, and they're always a hit. -Barbara Pickard, Union Lake, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/4 cups cold butter, divided
5 to 6 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup cold water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar and baking soda; cut in 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 2 cups for topping. Press remaining crumbs into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange apples over top; set aside. , In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, water, vanilla and remaining butter. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly; spread over apples. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. , Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until top is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE CRUMB SQUARES



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Make and share this Apple Crumb Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups instant oats
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup applesauce
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients EXCEPT applesauce and nuts. Mix well until crumbly. RESERVE 1 cup of this oat mixture.
  • Press into bottom of greased 13" x 9" baking pan. Bake at 350 for 13-15 minutes; cool.
  • Spread applesauce over partially baked crust, then sprinkle with nuts. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of oat mixture on top.
  • Bake at 350 13-15 minutes or until golden-brown.
  • Cool. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.2, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 98.4, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 9, Protein 2.3

APPLE CRUMB SQUARES



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I have not tried this recipe yet - waiting on fresh apples from the Orchard soon but I had to save this here as I was borrowing a book and found this recipe!

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 1/2 sticks)
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 granny smith apples, cored, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup apricot preserves, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup light brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Coat a 15x10x1" pan with non-stick spray.
  • FOR BARS: Beat together the butter and sugar until smooth about 2 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Beat in almond extract.
  • On low speed beat in flour and salt until just blended.
  • Spread evenly into prepared pan.
  • Fan apple slices over the top and then brush with the melted preserves.
  • Bake at 350F for 25 minutes.
  • FOR CRUMB TOPPING: Whisk together the flour, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt.
  • Stir in the butter until mixture is moistened and clumps together.
  • Sprinkle evenly over batter in pan.
  • Bake for an additional 35 minutes.
  • Remove pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into 24 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.6, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 56.9, Sodium 52.3, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 22.3, Protein 2.9

APPLE BARS WITH CRUMBLE TOPPING



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Quick, easy, and delicious apple bars with crumble topping.

Provided by indigoiris715

Categories     Apple Bars

Time 1h35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 cup oil
6 tablespoons milk
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
9 medium apples - peeled, cored and chopped
1 ½ cups white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a jelly roll pan with cooking spray.
  • Stir oil and milk for crust together in a bowl. Sift flour, sugar, and salt into the bowl; stir to combine. Set 1/3 of the crust mixture aside for crumble topping. Press remaining 2/3 crust mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.
  • Combine apples, sugar, flour, melted butter, milk, vanilla, and salt for the filling in a bowl. Spread out over the bottom crust, and crumble reserved crust mixture over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust and topping are golden brown, about 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes, before cutting into 24 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 148.9 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your squares a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the dough to hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the squares until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. This will ensure that the squares are cooked through.
  • Let the squares cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Apple crumb squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust, a sweet and tangy apple filling, and a crunchy crumb topping, these squares are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying dessert, give apple crumb squares a try. You won't be disappointed!

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