Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a luscious dessert that combines rich cream cheese, sweet caramel, and tart apples, all layered atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for cozy gatherings or any celebration, these bars are an irresistible treat that will delight your family and friends. With their creamy texture and delightful flavors, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh apples, diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until well mixed. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, remaining sugar, and eggs one at a time until fully blended.
- Fold in diced apples and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Pour the filling over the crust and drizzle with caramel sauce; swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow cooling completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking or substitute apples with pears or berries for a fruity twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.