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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

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These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine the comforting flavors of fall with a creamy cheesecake, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
For the cheesecake filling
  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the apple topping
  • 4 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 4 apples)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
  • ½ cup quick oats
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup butter, softened
For drizzling
  • 1 cup caramel topping for drizzling

Method
 

Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Cut in 1 cup of softened butter until the mixture is crumbly.
  4. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the 2 packages of softened cream cheese and ½ cup of granulated sugar.
  2. Add the 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending well until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the cheesecake filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
Apples
  1. In another bowl, toss the diced apples with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  2. Layer the spiced apples over the cheesecake filling, distributing them evenly.
Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of light brown sugar, ½ cup of quick oats, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and ½ cup of softened butter.
  2. Mix until crumbly, and then sprinkle this mixture over the apple layer.
  3. Bake for another 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden.
Finishing Touch
  1. Drizzle with caramel topping once cooled, and prepare for the compliments that are sure to follow!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

To keep your Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars fresh, cover them tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and place them in the refrigerator. They’ll last for about 4–5 days; they may taste better the next day as the flavors meld together. If you want to extend their life, you can freeze them for 2-3 months.
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