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Irresistible Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a delectable fall dessert that combines the cozy flavors of caramel, apple, and cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich and creamy cheesecake layer, a topping of cinnamon-sugar apples, and a drizzle of homemade caramel sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 16 ounce cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool slightly.

3. Using a stand mixer or a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the prepared crust.

4. In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with the lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well coated. Spread the apple mixture over the cheesecake layer.

5. In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cold cubed butter, and chopped pecans (if using) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apple layer.

6. Bake the Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheesecake is set. Allow the bars to cool completely before proceeding to the next step.

7. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then let the mixture simmer without stirring until it reaches an amber color. Carefully whisk in the heavy cream, butter, and salt. Allow the caramel sauce to cool slightly before drizzling it over the cooled bars.

8. Once the caramel sauce has cooled, slice the Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars and serve.

Notes

Choose Granny Smith apples for their perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.

Consider pre-baking the crust for a few extra minutes for extra crunch.

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth to achieve a creamy texture.

Feel free to customize with different spices or nuts.

Store bars refrigerated and cover to prevent drying.

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Keywords: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, Fall Dessert

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