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Delicious caramel apple cheesecake bars with a buttery crust and apple topping.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

These delightful Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars feature a buttery crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious topping of spiced apples and rich caramel, perfect for a fall treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
Caramel Apple Topping
  • 2 apples e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (stand or hand-held)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack
  • Skillet

Method
 

Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press firmly into a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
  2. Gradually add flour, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined; then beat in eggs one at a time.
  3. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still slightly jiggles.
  4. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for an hour before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Caramel Apple Topping
  1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender-crisp.
  3. Spread the cooled apple mixture over the chilled cheesecake, then drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
  4. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

For best results, allow the bars to chill completely in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing. This ensures a firm, easy-to-cut consistency.