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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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Delicious Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layer, tender spiced apples, a buttery crumble topping, and a drizzle of rich caramel sauce. Perfect for a decadent dessert or special occasion treat.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

For the Apple Topping:

  • 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Caramel Sauce:

  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

For the Crumble Topping:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  2. Make the cheesecake layer: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla and sour cream until fully combined. Pour over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  3. Prepare the apple topping: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft but still hold shape. Let cool slightly.
  4. Make the crumble topping: In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Assemble and bake: Spread the apple topping evenly over the cheesecake layer. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the cheesecake is set.
  6. Cool and add caramel: Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, drizzle caramel sauce generously over the bars.
  7. Serve: Cut into squares and serve. Optionally, drizzle more caramel sauce on top when serving.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for better flavor balance with the sweetness.
  • Make sure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
  • To make your own caramel sauce, gently melt sugar and cream together until smooth.
  • This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Allow the bars to cool fully before drizzling caramel to prevent it from melting into the topping.

Find it online: https://sweetworldtastes.com/caramel-apple-cheesecake-bars-recipe/