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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars: Indulge in This Delight!

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars – Creamy, Sweet & Fall Dessert Heaven!
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Indulge in these delicious caramel apple cheesecake bars that combine a graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, spiced apples, and a crumb topping, finished off with caramel sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 15 graham crackers
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ⅓ cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon apple pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup caramel sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper or lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Crush the graham crackers in a food processor or by placing in a large ziploc bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Make sure the crumbs are very fine. Transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Stir in the sugar and then drizzle in the melted butter. Stir until thoroughly combined.
  4. Press the crumbs into the bottom of the prepared pan forming an even layer. Cover with plastic wrap and place the crust in the freezer while preparing the remaining layers.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped apples and fresh lemon juice and toss together. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir together until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Set aside.
  6. Place the softened cream cheese and sugar in a large mixing bowl and then, using a hand or stand mixer, beat on medium speed until well combined, about 2 minutes. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
  7. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix on low speed just until combined.
  8. Add the eggs and mix on low speed just until incorporated, do not overmix. Set aside.
  9. In a medium bowl combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oats, baking powder, apple pie spice, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  10. Add the melted butter and stir with a fork until crumbly. Set aside.
  11. Remove the crust from the freezer. Pour the cheesecake layer over the crust and use an offset spatula to spread evenly.
  12. Spoon the apple mixture over the cheesecake layer using a slotted spoon.
  13. Spoon the crumb topping evenly over the apple layer.
  14. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the sides are set and the middle has a very slight jiggle.
  15. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Transfer to the fridge and chill for 6 hours or overnight.
  16. Cut into squares and serve with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce.

Notes

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
  • These bars can be made a day in advance.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

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