Description
Craving a dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, warm cinnamon apples, and buttery graham cracker crust? These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars hit every note. With their rich texture, caramel-drizzled topping, and cozy fall vibes, they’re perfect for entertaining, holidays, or any time you want a sweet treat that feels special. This easy recipe is a great addition to your rotation of quick dessert ideas, holiday food ideas, and easy baking recipes. Perfect for when you’re searching for apple dessert bars, cheesecake snack bars, or even fall dessert recipes.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
24 oz cream cheese, softened
0.75 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
3 apples, peeled and diced
0.33 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
0.5 cup caramel sauce (for drizzle)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until fully moistened. Press evenly into the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until incorporated.
4. Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust. Smooth the top.
5. In a skillet, cook apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch until softened and thickened (5–7 mins). Cool slightly.
6. Spoon apple mixture over cheesecake layer.
7. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35–40 minutes until center is just set.
8. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
9. Slice into bars and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
Chill the bars fully before slicing to get clean layers.
Add crushed pecans on top before baking for an added crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: apple cheesecake bars, caramel dessert bars, fall baking, holiday desserts