Oatmeal and Apple Butter Bars

Soft, chewy, and packed with cozy fall flavors, these Oatmeal and Apple Butter Bars are the ultimate treat for any season. Made with wholesome rolled oats, warm cinnamon, and a generous layer of luscious apple butter, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and spiced. A crumbly oatmeal topping adds texture and crunch, while the buttery base gives each bite a melt-in-your-mouth quality. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for breakfast on the go, an afternoon snack, or a holiday gathering. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and enjoy a taste of autumn anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cups Apple butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 3

Pour the melted unsalted butter and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and evenly moistened.

Step 4

Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create an even layer.

Step 5

Spread the apple butter evenly over the pressed oat layer, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the apple butter, gently pressing it down to hold its shape.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apple butter layer is set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 9

Cut into 12 evenly sized squares or bars. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	867.7 grams (867.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3229

Total Fat 157.00g	201%
Saturated Fat 93.40g	467%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 388mg	129%
Sodium 1286mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 419.50g	153%
Dietary Fiber 31.60g	113%
Total Sugars 163.80g
Protein 47.60g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 266mg	20%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1090mg	23%

*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: 43.1%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 51.1%