Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
A delightful treat combining sweet apples, creamy cheesecake, and a rich caramel drizzle, perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the cheesecake filling
- 4 packages (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples (preferably tart apples like Granny Smith)
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and mix until combined.
- Fold in the diced apples and cinnamon into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake layer.
Baking and Cooling
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
These bars are great on their own, but can also be served with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They make a perfect sweet ending to a fall dinner or a fun treat at parties. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze for up to a month.