Caramel Apple Crisp Bars (Vegan!)

Place rack in center of your oven and preheat oven to 350 F. Line the bottom of an 8-inch x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, all-spice, and nutmeg. Add the vegan margarine in small pieces, then quickly work it in with your fingers, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press 2/3 of the crumbs into the prepared baking dish. Evenly arrange the sliced apples over top.

In a small bowl, whisk together the caramel sauce and the remaining 3 tablespoons flour. Pour evenly over the top of the apples, then sprinkle with the remaining crumbs.

Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until top is lightly browned. Remove from oven. Let the bars cool completely before cutting—or serve very messy, very delicious bars immediately.