Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars: Easy & Indulgent Autumn Treats
A delightful twist on traditional cheesecake, these caramel apple cheesecake bars combine creamy cheesecake with the sweetness of caramel and the tartness of apples, perfect for autumn indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Fold in the diced apples and pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set and slightly golden.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the top before serving.
Notes
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- Experiment with different apple varieties for varying flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Caramel, Apple, Cheesecake, Bars, Autumn, Dessert