Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine the rich flavors of creamy cheesecake with the sweetness of caramel and tart apples, making them a delightful dessert option. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, this recipe is sure to impress.

The preparation is simple, and the bars can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. They are a fantastic addition to any dessert table.

Delicious Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

This dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, spiced apples, and a generous drizzle of caramel. The recipe takes about 1 hour and serves 12 bars.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups apples, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzling
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Add the Apples: Fold in the diced apples and cinnamon into the cheesecake mixture. Pour this mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
Cool and Drizzle: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, drizzle with caramel sauce before slicing into bars.
Serve: Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.