Description
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and tender apples, all atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Drizzled with rich caramel sauce, these bars are an irresistible treat that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Easy to make and delightful to share, they’re ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in. Indulge yourself and impress your friends with this delicious dessert that combines flavors and textures in a truly satisfying way.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar, then incorporate eggs one at a time along with vanilla until well blended.
- Fold in diced apples coated lightly with cinnamon. Pour filling over the crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Drizzle caramel sauce generously over the bars before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg