Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of our Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, where creamy cheesecake meets the tartness of fresh apples and the rich sweetness of caramel. These bars are perfect for fall gatherings, family reunions, or cozy nights in. With a buttery graham cracker crust and an irresistible flavor combination, they promise to be a hit at any dessert table. Easy to prepare, these bars will transport you back to fond memories of apple picking and sweet treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups tart apples, diced (e.g., Granny Smith)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and sour cream while mixing; stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold diced apples and cinnamon into the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 40-45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- After baking, drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top and allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg