Go Back
–+ servings
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Deliciously Creamy Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars You'll Love

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake and tart apples for a delightful dessert experience.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Switch to whole wheat for nuttier flavor.
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar Light brown sugar is a fine alternative.
  • 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed Margarine or vegan butter works too.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened Neufchâtel is a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust to taste; divided into two parts.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar For apple mixture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla bean paste is an excellent substitute.
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Flax eggs can replace for vegan version.
For the Apple Layer
  • 3 medium tart apples, peeled and finely chopped Granny Smith apples recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Apple pie spice can be swapped.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Can omit if preferred.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour Ensures crumbly texture.
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar Feel free to reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats Use rolled oats for more chewiness.
  • 1/3 cup cold butter, cubed Plant-based butter is a valid alternative.
  • 1/3 cup hot caramel ice cream topping Can be homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • 13x9-inch baking pan
  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • Spatula
  • pastry cutter
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the greased baking pan and bake for 15-18 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth. Blend in beaten eggs and spread over the baked crust.
  4. Toss chopped apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, and remaining sugar, then spoon over the cream cheese layer.
  5. Mix flour, brown sugar, and oats in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the apple layer.
  6. Bake the assembled bars for 25-30 minutes until the filling is set and topping is golden brown.
  7. Cool on a wire rack for about an hour, then drizzle with caramel topping.
  8. Refrigerate for at least two hours before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!