Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, where creamy cheesecake meets spiced apples and luscious caramel. These bars evoke the warmth of autumn with each decadent bite, making them perfect for gatherings, cozy evenings, or as a sweet treat any time of year. Imagine buttery graham cracker crusts layered with velvety cheesecake and topped with tender apples infused with cinnamon and nutmeg. Finally, a generous drizzle of caramel sauce transforms these bars into an irresistible dessert that’s sure to impress. Gather your loved ones around the table, cut yourself a square, and savor the moments filled with nostalgia and joy.

Ingredients

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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 medium apples, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for apples)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Caramel sauce for drizzling

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly.
Using a mixer, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
Spread cheesecake mixture over cooled crust.
In another bowl, toss diced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Distribute evenly over the cheesecake layer.
For streusel topping, mix brown sugar, flour, oats, and cubed cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle over apple layer.
Bake for 40–45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least three hours or overnight.
Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
Calories: 310
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg