Description

Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars. This decadent dessert features layers of creamy cheesecake, tart Granny Smith apples, and a luscious caramel sauce, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home, these bars deliver an irresistible blend of textures and tastes that will delight everyone. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, they can be made ahead of time for added convenience. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat that captures the essence of autumn.

Ingredients

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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cold)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp cinnamon
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel sauce)
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon; press into the bottom of the pan.
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla.
Toss diced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; layer over the crust.
Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the apples; top with remaining filling.
Make crumble topping by combining flour, brown sugar, cold butter, and pecans; sprinkle over cheesecake layer.
Bake for about 45 minutes until set in the center; cool completely before cutting.
Prepare caramel sauce by cooking sugar and water until golden brown; stir in cream and butter.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 70g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg