Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars: The Best Indulgent Fall Treat
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and sweet caramel apple topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form a crust.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Top with diced apples and drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade caramel sauce.
- Chill the bars in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving for firmer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg