Apple and Pecan Crumble Bars

Ingredients

• 2 pounds mixed apples (Gala, Granny Smith), peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

Make the Crust

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, brown sugar, flour, and salt. Add the cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry blender to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Prepare the Apples

• In a separate large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Toss until the apples are evenly coated with the dry mixture.
• Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish.
• Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top of the apple mixture.

Make the Crumble

• In the same medium bowl used for the crust, combine the crumbly mixture and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.

Assemble and Bake

• Evenly distribute the crumble mixture on top of the apples.
• Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Cool and Serve

• Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
• Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.