Name: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed shortbread cookies); 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 16 oz cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped (e.g. Granny Smith or Honeycrisp); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)

Description

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a layered dessert featuring a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, spiced apples, and a caramel drizzle. A perfect fall treat that’s easy to serve and great for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed shortbread cookies)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped (e.g. Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/3 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of the pan to form crust.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
In a separate bowl, toss chopped apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour.
Sprinkle apple mixture evenly over cheesecake layer.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until center is just set and edges are golden.
Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight to fully set.
Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce. Slice into bars and serve chilled.

Notes

Chill bars thoroughly before slicing for clean edges.
Use salted caramel sauce for added flavor contrast.
Bars freeze well—wrap tightly and store up to 2 months.
Fresh apples provide best texture; avoid overly soft varieties.
Optional: add streusel topping before baking for added texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 290
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg