Description
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars blend creamy cheesecake, tart apples, and rich caramel into a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn. With a buttery graham cracker crust and luscious layers, these bars are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they will surely become a favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups tart apples, diced (Granny Smith recommended)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth; gradually add sugar. Mix in eggs one at a time until fluffy.
- Fold in diced apples and cinnamon into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely; drizzle with caramel sauce before chilling in the fridge for at least two hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg