Apple Butter Bars Mix Gift in a Jar

Delight your friends and family with the gift of homemade comfort in the form of "Apple Butter Bars Mix Gift in a Jar." This thoughtfully layered mason jar recipe is a charming and practical present that transforms pantry staples like oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a ready-to-bake treat bursting with fall flavors. The result? Warm, crumbly apple butter bars with a buttery crust, a spiced apple butter filling, and a golden oat crumble topping. Perfect for holiday gifting or as a heartfelt hostess gift, this DIY mix comes with easy baking instructions, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. Share the joy of baking with this creative and delicious gift idea that’s perfect for any occasion! Keywords: apple butter bars mix, gift in a jar, DIY baking mix, apple dessert recipe, holiday gift ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats
• 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Layer the listed ingredients in the order provided into a 1-liter (quart-size) mason jar. Use a spoon or tamper to pack each layer tightly before adding the next one to ensure the ingredients fit neatly.

Step 2

Seal the jar tightly and attach a tag with the baking instructions described below for the recipient.

Step 3

For baking the Apple Butter Bars: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the jarred dry ingredients with 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) of melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of apple butter, and 1 large egg. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Press half of the mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the crust.

Step 6

Spread an additional 1/2 cup of apple butter evenly across the crust layer.

Step 7

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the apple butter layer to create a crumb topping.

Step 8

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and set.

Step 9

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into 12 squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	477.3 grams (477.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1770

Total Fat 11.40g	15%
Saturated Fat 1.80g	9%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1262mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 388.60g	141%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 166.40g
Protein 34.70g	69%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238mg	18%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 865mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.7%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 86.6%