Description
Delightful caramel apple cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy filling, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well blended, then press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, blending well.
- Stir in vanilla extract, sliced apples, and cinnamon.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over the crust and drizzle caramel sauce on top; swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use graham crackers with cinnamon or honey. Top with extra caramel after baking for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg