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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Decadent Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars to Delight Your Senses

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake with the sweet taste of caramel and tart apples for a delightful autumn dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs buttery base that provides both crunch and flavor.
  • 0.5 cups melted butter binds the crumbs together while adding richness.
  • 0.75 cups sugar sweetens the crust beautifully.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz softened cream cheese creamy foundation for a smooth filling.
  • 1 cups sugar balances the tang of the cream cheese.
  • 3 large eggs helps set and structure the cheesecake bars.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warmth and depth to the flavor profile.
Apple Mixture
  • 2 cups diced apples tart and juicy, adding a fresh pop of flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon infuses the filling with warm spice.
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg complements the cinnamon, enhancing the aroma.
Finish
  • 1 cup caramel sauce the perfect drizzle for a sweet finish.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until coated. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine diced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Fold this into the cheesecake filling.
  5. Pour the apple cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature for about an hour.
  7. Drizzle caramel sauce over the cooled bars and refrigerate for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Lift the bars out using the parchment and cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor.

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