Joy The Baker Ina Garten Apple Pie Bars
Apple pie is a classic dessert that we all love, but sometimes it can be a bit of a hassle to make. That's why Joy Wilson, also known as Joy the Baker, came up with an easier way to enjoy the deliciousness of apple pie with her Ina Garten apple pie bars recipe. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering or just a treat for yourself.
Ingredients
To make these apple pie bars, you'll need:
- For the crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, diced
- For the filling:
- 2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- For the topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, diced
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. To make the crust, combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and mix with your hands until the mixture is crumbly. Press the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
3. To make the filling, combine the apples, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
4. Spread the apple mixture over the crust.
5. To make the topping, combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and mix with your hands until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle the mixture over the apples.
6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Variations
There are many ways to make these apple pie bars your own. Here are a few ideas:
- Try using a different type of apple, such as Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Gala.
- Add some chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the topping.
- Serve the bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Conclusion
Joy the Baker's Ina Garten apple pie bars are a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of apple pie. With a buttery crust, sweet and tangy apple filling, and crumbly topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone. Try making them for your next gathering or just as a special treat for yourself.