Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Delicious Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combining creamy cheesecake, tart apples, and luscious caramel for a perfect autumn treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Create the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then pressing into the baking dish.
- Make the cheesecake filling by beating sugar and cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Fold in diced apples and cinnamon.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and drizzle caramel sauce on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool completely then cut into squares and serve with additional caramel if desired.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a lump-free mixture. These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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