Description
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a delectable dessert that harmoniously combines creamy cheesecake with tart apples and sweet caramel, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust and an indulgent topping of caramel sauce, these bars are perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. They are easy to make, can be prepared in advance, and are sure to impress your guests. Whether enjoyed in the fall or year-round, these bars embody comfort and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, blend graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar; press into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Toss diced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg; fold into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour over crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool for an hour at room temperature before drizzling with caramel sauce and refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg