Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe with 3 layers that satisfy your sweet tooth and bring perfect autumn flavors in every bite
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (finely crushed for a smooth crust)
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened (room temperature is key)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced into small cubes
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade, but thick and pourable)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth in the apple mixture
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup granulated sugar in a bowl until it feels like wet sand. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until it starts to set. Allow it to cool slightly while you prep the filling.
- Beat the softened cream cheese with ½ cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing gently until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, toss diced apples with cinnamon (and nutmeg if using). Make sure every piece is coated.
- Spread half the cream cheese mixture over the crust evenly. Scatter half the spiced apples on top of that, then drizzle a few spoonfuls of caramel sauce over the apples. Repeat with the remaining cream cheese layer, apples, and caramel.
- Bake the bars for 35-40 minutes. The cheesecake layer should be mostly set but still jiggle a little in the center. Don’t overbake.
- Let the bars cool on the counter for about an hour, then transfer to the fridge to chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight for the best sliceability.
- Slice with a warm, clean knife for neat edges.
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