Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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36
servings
1.25 cup

graham cracker crumbs

1.25 cup

all purpose flour

0.75 cup

brown sugar

packed, divided

0.25 cup

granulated sugar

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.75 cup

butter

melted

2 cup

apples

chopped, cored and peeled

1 unit

Glaze

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.

Step 4
~5 min

Mix until well blended.

Step 5
~5 min

Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture.

Key Technique: Crumb Mixture
Step 6
~5 min

Press the remaining crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Key Technique: Crumb Mixture
Step 7
~5 min

Bake for 8 minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

Remove from oven and set aside.

Step 9
~5 min

In a medium bowl, toss chopped apples with remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 10
~5 min

Arrange the apples over the baked crust.

Step 11
~5 min

Sprinkle the reserved 1 cup of crumb mixture over the apple filling.

Key Technique: Crumb Mixture
Step 12
~5 min

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes more, or until the apples are tender.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove the pan to a wire rack and cool completely.

Step 14
~5 min

Drizzle with glaze.

Step 15
~5 min

Cut into bars and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the apple mixture for extra warmth.

Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor profile.

For a richer glaze, use brown butter.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert in the United States

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall Harvest

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Autumn
Party
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100