Description
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. They feature a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, spiced apple layer, and a crunchy streusel topping, all finished with a sweet caramel drizzle. These bars are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Apples:
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped, (about 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Streusel Topping:
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup caramel topping for drizzling after baked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar for the crust. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Press evenly into a greased or lined 9×13 baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly browned.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with 3/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Stir to combine. Pour over the warm crust.
- In a small bowl, stir together chopped apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
- For the streusel topping, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the butter into the mixture.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the apples. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Let the bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for up to 5 days. They can be frozen for up to 4 months.
- Drizzle with caramel topping and let cool before serving. Serve cold.
Notes
- Bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Bars can be frozen for up to 4 months.
- Serve cold.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American