Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars: Indulgent Treat for Homemade Bliss
These Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake, sweet apples, and rich caramel for an indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 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 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust, then layer the diced apples on top.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set. Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle cinnamon over the apples before baking.
- Use homemade caramel for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg