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I have decided I want to crown November “pie month”, or, more accurately, “crust month.” I mean, I’m sure that pie eating on Thanksgiving day is at an all time high. To me, “pie day” will forever be March 14…but I think the rest of the country disagrees with me.
In an effort to brainstorm pies for November, I asked my husband what kind of pie I should make. To which he promptly answered, “Apple Crumb Pie.”
Um, sweetie? I’ve already done that. Twice.
“Well, that’s my favorite,” he said.
Okay, again, thanks hun, but I need something I can actually post.
You know, something crazy with seven types of candy and that’s dipped in chocolate and covered with whipped cream.
When Musselman’s asked if I wanted to join in on trying their apple butter, I got an answer for my husband. I could make him some crumb apple bars.
{Now, I know it’s not November yet…consider this a teaser…maybe?}
The apple butter is delicious. The smell, oh my goodness. It makes you conjure apple orchards and family all in one sniff.
I pre-baked the shortbread crust, then spread the apple butter on it’s already warm goodness. The smell almost made me drool all over the pan, it was so good. I wanted to eat them right. that. second.
Then I topped them with a buttery, sugary, oat crumble. Does it get any better?
I shared these at a teacher luncheon…but they almost didn’t make it there. I wanted to keep them for myself.
And now, I have a problem…I want to make these again. And again.
I also tried the apple butter in a couple of recipes Musselman’s sent me. I made monkey bread and a marinade for some chicken. Monkey bread, well, that’s pretty self-explanitory. It was awesome. The chicken? Jordan ate it and the dipping sauce. That’s the hugest compliment any food could ever get, pretty much.
But these bars, man. They take the cake pie.
Now I just need to go figure out what other pies and crusts I want to make in November. Thoughts?
And….I think I need more apple butter.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups Musselman’s Apple Butter (about 12 ounces)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 9x13” pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Make the crust: add butter, flour, and sugar to a large bowl. Mix with a hand mixer until it becomes crumbly. (You may need to use your fingers to break up any larger chunks of butter.) Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- While the crust is baking, prepare the topping. Add all ingredients to the large bowl and mix with a hand mixer until crumbly, (again you may need to use your fingers to break up any large chunks of butter).
- After 15 minutes, remove crust from the oven. Spread the apple butter over the crust in an even layer. Sprinkle with walnuts. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the filling and press gently to compact. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until topping starts to turn golden.
- Cool completely before removing from pan. Cut into squares.
You can find Musselman’s online and in the jam/jelly aisle of your local grocery store (they have them at my local Targets). They come in large and small jars. Get the large one. Trust me. And, did you know that apple butter is non-dairy? Great for those with milk allergies. Find more recipes online. Do you have some rockin’ apple butter recipes? Share them using the hashtag #AppleButterRecipes on twitter.
Musselman’s sent me a jar of apple butter and a wooden spurtle (kitchen utensil) for me to try. All opinions are 100% my own.
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Hi there! I’m Dorothy, the crazy gal behind the blog. If you didn’t already know, I’m crazy for crust…and cookies…and brownies…and pretty much
anything with sugar.
Ugh, drooling. These are making me want like, fifteen all right now. And piping hot with Cool Whip on top. Holy yum.
I’m all for pie/crust month! And you’re lucky your husband even wanted apple crumb pie…all mine every wants is chocolate chip cookies! These bars look amazing…perfect for the fall!
Oh these look SO GOOD!!!!! I love apple butter and this sounds like a great recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!
Oh this recipe is absolutely mouth watering!! Good thing I just made some
how about a strawberry rhubarb pie? Or pecan? Or peppermint meringue? Mmm I love pie! Lol
Apple butter
Mmmmmm peppermint meringue! YES. I’ve, um, never had rhubarb. It scares me…lol.
these look so delectable! I think I will take like a pan or ten. . .
Thanks Trish!
I love apple butter Dorothy! I spread it on toast. I hope that doesn’t sound weird, but it’s so good! And on english muffins.
And pumpkin muffins! I’ve done it all. I’ve never baked with it though. These look like a wonderful way to start!
I need to try just eating it!
I’ve never tried apple butter. I’ve thought of making my own in the crockpot though. Is there a big difference between jarred and homemade??
I have no idea – I’ve never had homemade. I think it’s just really cooked down? Heather’s French Press has a good recipe!
Oooh, Dorothy, I LOVE apple butter. Seriously love it. And I’m with Sally–I smear it over just about everything (warm biscuits are my fave)–but I’ve never thought to bake with it. These bars are right up my alley, and since apple-type desserts are one of the few my hubby will eat, I’m gonna have to try these!
I’ve always been afraid to just…eat it. I gotta try it!
Apple Butter and Pumpkin Butter–love it! These bars look so good and I must give them a try, XOXO
Yum, pumpkin butter. I gotta try that!
I never thought to make bars with it – I pretty much smeared the apple butter on everything else though:0
You should totally use your recipe with these!
Wow, Dorothy, what a great idea for using apple butter. I just made a batch of slow-cooker apple butter a couple of weeks ago, so I am so glad to see this idea. I will be trying it soon. Thanks for sharing.
I need to try it from scratch. I’m so intrigued now! Thanks so much!
I LOVE apple butter!! And I just found a jar in my refrigerator! Score. Also, your husband’s input on your posting sounds pretty much identical to mine : )
It must be a man thing, lol. Or a not-a-blogger thing!
I love apple butter and for some crazy reason I don’t have any right now…this recipe is a great excuse to go grab some!
Yes, yes it is!!
Oooh, Dorothy, I love apple butter. These look wonderful!
Thanks Tiffany!
LOVE THESE!!!!! Have you ever tried making your own apple butter? I think it makes everything even more divine!
I totally need to try that next!!
My husband loves apple butter! He will be all over these!
Thanks Jessica!
Wow you know I tried apple butter once, I don’t know what I thought it was going to be like, but I put it on toast, and it was awful. Honestly i was scared by that, but you make me want to try it again.
I was worried the same thing…but I was pleasantly proved wrong!
I love that these are not only sweet and yummy but that they are HEALTH FOOD!!! = )
LOL, totally. My kinda thinking!
A few days ago I was thinking about making something with apple butter. These look delicious and I will definitely have to try them soon!
They are so good! I’m so glad I was introduced to the world of apple butter.
I love apple butter.
I did a pie month last august I think. Check out Martha Stewart’s pie book so many cool ideas to spin off of.
Or how about coconut cream pie???
P.s how do you have time to bake this with conference on the go. You are amazing.
Yum, I need to do a coconut. Badly. And, well, my mind is about lost, that’s how. LOL.
Yum, I love apple butter. I just pinned and printed it. I can’t wait to make these.
I love the way you think…pies all month long:-) There is something about November that just makes you think pie! I adore apple butter on everything too. So good on hot biscuits! I’m loving the idea of it in this crazy good looking slab pie! I even have a jar sitting here waiting to be finished off;-)
I never thought to call it slab pie. Totally true!!! I really do need to try apple butter on biscuits, yum!
I can’t believe I’ve never heard of apple butter before! These bars sound amazing! You must have so much control to not eat them straight away!
Oh, it was hard. Very hard! Thanks Nicky!
I have an idea for you … same recipe using pumpkin butter in place of apple butter. I have an unopened jar of pumpkin butter … it’s getting opened right now!
YUM!! I’m totally giggling. My hubs says those same things to me. Thanks for the recipe- this is a must make!
I love November just because I really do think of it as “pie month”.
I think you should make coconut cream. I’ve made 3 kinds in the last year or two and can’t find “the one” for the life of me.
Your bars look yummy!
I totally need to try coconut cream. It’s on my list!
Thank you for sharing your recipe at Cast Party Wednesday! Have a GREAT week! ~Sheryl @ Lady Behind The Curtain~
Yummm those look amazing! They almost look like (but definitely don’t taste like haha) Carmelita bars – have you ever had those before?
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No! What do those use? Is it dulce de leche or something? I’m intrigued….
Here is a great recipe – http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2012/01/06/oatmeal-carmelita-bars-recipe/
I make them without the pecans. If you go to Sams or BJs Wholesale, they usually sell mixes which are just as good as homemade. And like I said – same sort of bars (I love making bars) but totally different taste.
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