Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars Recipe

These Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars are the perfect fall treat, combining the buttery richness of shortbread with a cinnamon-spiced apple filling and a crunchy crumble topping. As apple season approaches, this is a must-save recipe that brings together the best of apple crisp and shortbread in one delicious bar. The balance of textures—crispy shortbread, tender apples, and a golden, crumbly topping—makes these bars a comforting dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the Shortbread Base

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Apple Layer

• 4 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the Crumble Topping

• 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions