Grandma’s Apple Crumb Bars

 Grandma’s Apple Crumb Bars

Key Ingredients:

For the Crust and Topping:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

1 large egg

For the Filling:

5 cups peeled, diced apples

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.

Make the Crust: Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in the egg. Press half into the pan.

Add the Filling: Toss apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread over the crust.

Add Topping: Crumble the remaining crust mixture over the apples.

Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until golden. Cool before slicing.