In this biggest winter festival, Christmas hosting get-togethers and parties are a common phenomenon. Besides, the ritual of welcoming your loved ones with Christmas hampers seems like a wonderful idea. In this year, you can include Christmas-themed spiced apple crumb bars in the hamper. Read below to learn more.
It is that time of the year when we sing the carols, decorate the Christmas tree with twinkling lights, dress as Santa Claus, open the champagne, and share a drink or two with our loved ones. Yes, we are talking about Christmas. The winter festive season is all here and we can’t hide our excitement.
Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. People visit the church and offer prayers to the Almighty. Besides, they celebrate by hosting get-togethers and parties. Apart from joyful music and dance, what makes the occasions more delightful is the wide range of food. From starters to desserts to drinks, tables are full of all your favourite dishes. Among all the courses, a variety of desserts win the hearts of all. This year, you can customise and personalise your desserts and make spiced apple crumb bars for the festive mood. Besides, if you’re wondering what to gift your loved ones, make DIY hampers of the same. This is a thoughtful gift that extends a feeling of warmth to friends and family.
Here are several variations of spiced apple crumb bars that you can consider including in your Christmas gift hampers:
Embrace the holiday tradition with the classic spiced apple crumb bars—a timeless treat that captures the essence of warmth and festivity. Nestled within a buttery shortbread crust, these bars unveil layers of spiced apple filling infused with the aromatic flavour of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The apples, tender and bathed in holiday spices, provide a delightful contrast to the crumbly oat streusel that crowns these bars.
This provides a tantelising twist to the classic apple treat that elevates indulgence to new heights. These bars boast layers of delight, starting with a buttery shortbread crust that cradles a sumptuous spiced apple filling. What sets them apart is the decadent layer of rich caramel that blankets the apples, adding a luxurious sweetness that perfectly complements the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Topping off this divine creation is a crumbly oat streusel that adds both texture and depth to each bite.
In the world of gingerbread apple crumb bars where the warm, spiced aroma of gingerbread meets the comforting sweetness of apple crumble. A buttery shortbread crust lays the foundation for these delectable bars, infused with the fragrant notes of molasses, ginger, and cinnamon reminiscent of holiday gingerbread. The star of the show is the spiced apple filling, tender and laced with seasonal spices, which harmonizes perfectly with the nostalgic taste of gingerbread. You can top it all off is a crumbly oat streusel, adding a delightful crunch to each bite.
These bars exude a buttery shortbread crust forming the base of these delectable bars, providing a sturdy foundation for the layers of spiced apple filling. Here, the warm essence of cinnamon and nutmeg infuses the tender apples, creating a comforting symphony of seasonal spices. What elevates these bars is the generous layer of pecan-studded streusel adorning the top. The pecans, toasted to perfection, introduce a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the softness of the spiced apples.
These bars boast a buttery shortbread crust that cradles a spiced apple filling, where the aromatic notes of cardamom mingle with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. The result is a filling that is both familiar and intriguing, capturing the essence of the season. Crowned with a crumbly oat streusel, each bite unveils a perfect balance of textures and a symphony of flavors. The cardamom, with its fragrant and slightly citrusy undertones, adds an unexpected and delightful twist to the traditional apple crumb bar.