Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars: The Best Indulgent Treat at Home
Indulge in the delightful taste of caramel apple cheesecake bars, which combine the richness of cheesecake with the sweetness of caramel and fresh apples.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chopped apples
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped apples and cinnamon, then pour the mixture over the crust in the pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove from oven and let cool before drizzling with caramel sauce.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- Feel free to add nuts for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, Dessert, Indulgent Treat