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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe My Sweet Fall Story

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars bring together a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious caramel apple topping for the ultimate fall dessert that’s both indulgent and easy to make.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Caramel Apple Topping
  • 3 medium apples peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp caramel sauce plus more for drizzling

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
  3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time, and vanilla. Pour over cooled crust.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter. Add diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly.
  5. Spoon apple mixture over cheesecake layer. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.

Notes

Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Add Nutella or Oreo toppings for a fun twist. Store in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individually for up to 2 months.