Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars—where creamy cheesecake meets sweet, tart apples and rich caramel. These bars are perfect for any occasion, bringing a taste of autumn to your table. Easy to make and even easier to love, they are sure to impress family and friends at gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups thinly sliced Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, remaining sugar, eggs (one at a time), and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in sliced apples. Pour the mixture over the crust evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce once cooled completely, then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Swap out Granny Smith apples for Honeycrisp or Fuji for different flavor profiles. Add chopped nuts for extra crunch or sprinkle cinnamon on top for enhanced flavor.