Are you ready to impress your friends with some delightful Apple and Black Currant Crumble Bars? The bars are not only a delicious treat but also a fantastic way to use up those apples sitting in your kitchen. Let’s get baking and create something truly scrumptious.
Feel free to substitute margarine for butter if you’re looking for a dairy-free option, or swap out the black currants for another berry if they’re elusive at your local market. It’s also wise to choose firm apples; varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work beautifully here. If allergies are a concern, be mindful of the oats and double-check for gluten-free options if necessary.
Brownies & Bars
Apple and Black Currant Crumble Bars Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 ounces plain flour (all-purpose)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 6 ounces butter (or margarine)
- 1 cup soft brown sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 lb apple, peeled, cored and sliced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 8 ounces black currants
Instructions
- Mix the 6 ounces of plain flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl, then rub in the 6 ounces of butter or margarine until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the 1 cup of soft brown sugar and 1 cup of rolled oats until well combined.
- Spoon half of the mixture into the base of a greased and lined 9-inch square cake tin (pan), pressing down lightly.
- In another bowl, mix the 1 lb of sliced apples with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and the 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, then spread the apple mixture evenly over the base.
- Top the apple layer with 8 ounces of black currants, spreading them out evenly.
- Spoon the remaining mixture over the black currants, leveling the top with a spatula.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes or until the bars feel springy to the touch.
- Leave the crumble bars to cool in the tin for a bit, then cut into squares for serving.
Part of our Brownie and Bar Recipes collection — Part 1 of 4:
If you’re in the mood for something equally delightful, consider trying the Apple Brownies. The recipe for Apple Brownies incorporates a fantastic combination of apples and nuts, making it another dessert that’s simply irresistible with its moist texture and warming spices.