Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion. These creamy bars combine the sweetness of caramel and fresh apples with a rich cheesecake filling, all resting on a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for gatherings, fall festivities, or a cozy night in, these bars are as simple to make as they are delicious. Best of all, they require minimal equipment, making them accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Impress your guests with this stunning dessert that pairs beautifully with whipped cream and extra caramel drizzle!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
- 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 large apples, chopped
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- sprinkle of lemon juice
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Beat room-temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and flour, then mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time until just mixed.
- Pour half the filling onto the crust, layer with chopped apples mixed with brown sugar and spices, then top with remaining filling.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until set. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg