Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, the ultimate fall dessert that brings together a creamy cheesecake layer, sweet caramel, and tart apples. Nestled in a buttery shortbread crust, these bars are perfect for seasonal gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their irresistible flavor combination and easy preparation, you’ll impress family and friends with every bite. Enjoy them warm with whipped cream or chilled for a refreshing treat that captures the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cup cold butter (cubed)
- 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz each, softened)
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 3 medium tart apples (peeled and finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×9 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine flour and brown sugar for the crust. Add cubed butter and mix until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with white sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and eggs until well combined. Fold in chopped apples and spices gently.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, oats, and butter for the topping until crumbly. Sprinkle over the cheesecake filling.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until set. Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 239
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 48mg