Description
Delightful dessert bars combining rich cheesecake, sweet caramel, and fresh apples, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until well combined after each addition.
- Fold in the diced apples.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce on top of the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cutting into bars.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Serve chilled. Great on their own or topped with extra caramel or whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, caramel, apples, bars