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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Delicious Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars: Fall’s Sweet Treat

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars bring the comfort of fall with creamy cheesecake, caramel drizzle, and apple chunks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs or almond flour for gluten-free option
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter melted, or use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar or brown sugar for enhanced flavor
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier alternative
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract using pure vanilla extract is recommended
  • 3 large Eggs a flax egg can be used for a vegan version
  • 2 cups Chopped Apples use crisp varieties like Granny Smith
For the Caramel Topping
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce warm for easy drizzling
  • 0.5 tsp Sea Salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, add sugar and vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in the chopped apples gently to maintain their structure.
  5. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are firm and the center jiggles slightly.
  6. Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes and then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Warm the caramel sauce slightly, remove the bars from the pan, and drizzle with caramel and sprinkle sea salt.
  8. Slice the chilled bars and serve on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for easy mixing. Chill time is essential for perfect slices.

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