Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy bars with fresh apples, graham crust, and caramel drizzle offering a sweet-tart flavor.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 -
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 -
1/3 cup granulated sugar
→ Filling
04 -
8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 -
2 large eggs, room temperature
06 -
2 cups fresh apples, chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
→ Topping
07 -
1/2 cup caramel sauce
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 325°F and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 -
Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl; press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar and eggs one at a time until fully incorporated; gently fold in chopped apples.
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Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges appear set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
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Allow bars to cool completely on a wire rack before drizzling with caramel sauce and cutting into bars.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
Use room temperature eggs to ensure a smooth cream cheese mixture and even baking.