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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

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Delightful bars featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a topping of caramelized apples and rich caramel sauce, perfect for any autumn gathering.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs Forms the base, providing a buttery texture and flavorful crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Enhances the sweetness of the crust.
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted Binds the crust ingredients together.
For the cheesecake filling
  • 2 packages Cream cheese, softened Creates a rich and creamy filling.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Adds a hint of tanginess.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure to the cheesecake.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
For the apple topping
  • 2 medium Apples, peeled and diced Brings fall-inspired flavors.
  • to taste Brown sugar, cinnamon & nutmeg Adds depth to the apple layer.
  • Caramel sauce For drizzling on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until resembling wet sand. Press into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then sour cream and vanilla. Mix until no lumps remain.
  4. Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake the cheesecake for about 30-35 minutes, until the center is set but still jiggles slightly.
  2. Toss diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg while the cheesecake bakes.
  3. Sprinkle the apple mixture on top of the cheesecake.
  4. Return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes until apples are tender.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the bars cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
  2. Drizzle with caramel sauce before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts to the crust or using pumpkin puree instead of part of the cream cheese for a seasonal twist.

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