Best 8 Caramel Apple Nut Bars Recipes

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Caramel apple nut bars are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet caramel, tart apples, and crunchy nuts. Whether you're looking for a dessert to enjoy with friends and family or a sweet snack to satisfy your cravings, these bars are sure to hit the spot. With their gooey caramel filling, tender apples, and crispy nut topping, caramel apple nut bars are a classic dessert that everyone will love. They're also surprisingly easy to make, and can be tailored to your own preferences by choosing your favorite nuts and apples. So grab your ingredients and let's get started on creating the perfect caramel apple nut bars!

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CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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Caramel Apple Cookie Bars full of apple, caramel, and oats!

Provided by Lisa Huff

Categories     Cookie

Time 1h4m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats ((or quick oats))
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted & cooled)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups apple (peeled, cored, and chopped (about 3 apples such as Granny Smith))
16 ounces caramel squares (unwrapped)
1/3 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 13x9 baking dish or spray with nonstick spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Mix in melted butter, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  • Spread about 2/3 of mixture onto bottom of prepared baking dish to form an even thin crust layer. You may need to use the back of a fork or your hands to spread evenly. Set remaining crust mixture aside.
  • Bake crust for about 12-14 minutes or until slightly puffed.
  • Meanwhile, place chopped apples, caramels, and cream in small saucepan over low heat. Stir until caramel is smooth and melted and apples are slightly soft.
  • Pour caramel apple mixture over baked crust. Sprinkle remaining crust mixture on top.
  • Bake an additional 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees F or until edges are slightly browned. Cool then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 148 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CARAMEL APPLE BARS II



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A fall favorite with baked apples and gooey caramel. A great rainy day project!

Provided by Christine

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ cups butter, melted
2 cups apples - peeled, cored and sliced
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups caramel ice cream topping
½ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 15x10 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, quick cooking oats, brown sugar, and baking soda. Stir in the melted butter. Mix until crumbly. This is the crust. Press 1/2 of this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 8 minutes in preheated oven.
  • In a small pan, over medium heat combine the caramel topping and the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. This is the caramel filling.
  • Spread apple slices evenly over the baked crust. Sprinkle on the nuts. Then Pour the caramel filling over the apple layer. Crumble the remaining crust mixture over the top of everything. Bake again for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARAMEL APPLE-NUT BARS



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Looking for a tasty dessert using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour? Then try these bars baked with apple, nuts and oats - a delicious treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup caramel topping
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 medium apple, peeled, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, beat 2 cups flour, the oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt and butter with electric mixer on low speed, or mix with spoon, until crumbly. Press about 3 cups of the mixture in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix caramel topping and 3 tablespoons flour. Sprinkle apple and pecans over partially baked crust. Drizzle with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with remaining crust mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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Do you have extra apples but don't feel like making a pie? Try this easy-to-make bar with layers of brown sugar and oats surrounding apples and melted caramel.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled tart apples (3 medium)
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 bag (14 ounces) caramels

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Mix brown sugar, butter and shortening in large bowl. Stir in 1 3/4 cups flour, the oats, salt and baking soda. Reserve 2 cups oat mixture; press remaining oat mixture in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
  • Toss apples and 3 tablespoons flour; spread over mixture in pan. Heat caramels over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted; pour evenly over apples. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture; press lightly.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender. For 36 bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows while warm. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg

CARAMEL APPLE BARS III



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These bars taste like caramel apples, but without all the fuss!

Provided by Pammy101

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup shortening
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups quick cooking oats
1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
4 ½ cups apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar, butter and shortening until smooth. Combine 1 3/4 cups flour, oats, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. Set aside 2 cups of this mixture. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, then toss them with the 3 tablespoons of flour. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the prepared crust. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels, stirring frequently until smooth. Pour the melted caramels evenly over the apples. Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the top of the apple layer. Press down lightly.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender. Cut while slightly warm and refrigerate any leftover bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 129.1 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CARAMEL NUT BARS



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No one can resist these chewy caramel and chocolate bars with a delightful oat crust and topping. They make a tempting dessert or a special snack anytime. These rich bars are perfect for a potluck since a little goes a long way. -Pat Hills, South Dayton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients until crumbly; sprinkle 1 cup into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan (do not press). , Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. In a small heavy saucepan, cook and stir caramels and milk until caramels are melted. , Pour over crust. Top with chocolate chips and nuts. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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These bars make an excellent fall dessert. We like to warm individual servings in the microwave and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It quickly became a family favorite; maybe it'll become one of your family's, too. -Carol Stuber, Osawatomie, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional
FILLING:
4-1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled tart apples
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 package (11 ounces) caramels
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add flour, oats, salt and baking soda; mix well. If desired, stir in pecans. Set aside 2 cups. Press remaining oat mixture into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. , For filling, toss apples with flour; spoon over the crust. In a saucepan, melt the caramels and butter over low heat; drizzle over apples. Top with the reserved oat mixture. , Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes. Cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMEL NUT BARS



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This recipe was given to me by my mother. It is quick to put together and tastes sinful (probably because it is!)

Provided by Donna M.

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 1 13x9

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 large egg
1/2 cup margarine
3/4 cup chopped pecans or 3/4 cup walnuts
24 caramels, unwrapped
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup margarine

Steps:

  • ----CRUST-----.
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Combine flour, sugar, and egg.
  • Cut in 1/2 cup margarine until crumbly.
  • Stir in nuts.
  • Reserve 2 cups of this crumb mixture.
  • Press remainder firmly on bottom of greased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake 15 minutes.
  • -----FILLING----.
  • Meanwhile, in heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt caramels with sweetened condensed milk and 1/4 cup margarine.
  • Pour over prepared crust and spread evenly.
  • Top with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake 20 minutes, or until bubbly.
  • Cool and cut into small bars.
  • Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use Granny Smith apples. They hold their shape well when baked and have a tart flavor that pairs well with the sweet caramel and nuts.
  • Slice the apples thinly. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Don't overcook the apples. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Use a good quality caramel sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the bars.
  • Toast the nuts before using them. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Press the bars firmly into the pan. This will help them hold together when you cut them.
  • Chill the bars before cutting them. This will make them easier to cut and will help prevent them from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Caramel apple nut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your bars with a gooey caramel center or a crispy crust, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give caramel apple nut bars a try.

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