Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
A delightful combination of caramel, apples, and creamy cheesecake in an easy-to-make bar format, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith recommended)
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press into a greased baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until slightly golden.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the pre-baked crust and smooth it out.
- Mix diced apples with cinnamon (if desired) and spread them over the cheesecake layer. Drizzle caramel sauce on top.
- Bake for an additional 35-40 minutes until set and lightly golden around the edges. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
For a fun twist, try adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or even a chocolate drizzle on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: dessert, cheesecake, caramel, apples, bars, family-friendly, fall dessert
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