Cheddar-Apple Pie Bars

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350°F.
2. Place 3 cups flour and cold butter into a food processor; cover and pulse just until mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs. Add 1 1/2 cups sugar; cover and pulse until combined. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, pulsing after each addition until dough just holds together when pinched. Add cheddar; cover and pulse until dough is crumbly.
3. Press half of the dough in bottom of a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
4. Place apples into a large bowl. Combine the apple pie spice, remaining flour and sugar in a small bowl; sprinkle on fruit and toss lightly. Spoon apple mixture over crust.
5. Sprinkle with remaining dough. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until fruit is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars. Serve with ice cream.