I hate to speak for Sarah, but since we’ve been friends for so long I think it’s safe to say that neither of us fall into the category of gourmet chefs! As busy moms go, I also think I can reveal that at times we could consider ourselves lucky to actually have dinner prepared for our families…we’ve all been there! However, we’ve both been known from time to time to plate up some pretty tasty dishes and treats! Inspired by family & friends–we’d like to begin to share some of our favorite recipes and food presentation tricks…most of which are super easy, wonderfully tasty…and not bad to look at! Today we will share a favorite of the season…so perfect for an autumn treat…the apple bar!
an apple (bar) a day–makes life sweeter!
the recipe…
crust & crumble:
4 C flour
1/2 t salt
2 C sugar
3 sticks softened butter
filling:
4-5 peeled & sliced Granny Smith apples
1/3 C sugar
1 t cinnamon (or more to taste)
glaze (optional):
1 C powdered sugar
1 t vanilla
2 T water (or more)
mix the crust & crumble ingredients together with a fork or pastry blender until it forms a crumble. press 1/2 of the mix into a sprayed jellyroll pan. top with the sliced apples. mix the sugar & cinnamon together and sprinkle over the top of the apples. top with the remaining crumble mix. bake at 350 for 45-50 minutes-watching not to over-brown. mix the glaze ingredients and drizzle over the top while warm. cool and cut into bars.
so easy…and so delicious!
inside out cupcake liners are perfect for keeping fingers clean while indulging!
they look cute too!
wrap them up in some parchment paper…
and you’ve got a great take-along-snack…
tailgate treat maybe?
no matter the occasion these scrumptious bars will be sure to please!
