Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Fall just got sweeter with these Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars. Combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with tart apples and smooth caramel, this dessert is perfect for autumn gatherings, Thanksgiving, or family treats. With layers of flavor and textures, it’s destined to become a seasonal favorite.
Why You’ll Love These Bars
These cheesecake bars are:
- Perfect for fall: Apples, cinnamon, and caramel create classic autumn flavors.
- Crowd-pleasers: Ideal for potlucks, holiday tables, or dessert platters.
- Make-ahead friendly: Prepare in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve.
The combination of creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, and buttery crust makes each bite irresistible.
Ingredients
Produce
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples
Dairy
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 7/8 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Refrigerated
- 2 large eggs
Baking & Spices
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Condiments
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Nuts & Seeds
- 1/4 cup pecans
Snacks
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Liquids
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Peel, core, and slice apples. Toss with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Set aside.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and remaining granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
- Layer spiced apples over the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle pecans on top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the cheesecake layer is set. Cool completely, then drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Bars
- Use Granny Smith apples for tartness that balances sweetness.
- Cool completely before slicing to keep layers intact.
- Toast pecans lightly to enhance their flavor.
- Make-ahead: These bars taste even better after chilling overnight
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe
- Total Time: 3 hr 15 min
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine the richness of cheesecake with tart apples and sweet caramel. Perfect for fall gatherings or family treats.
Ingredients
3 medium Granny Smith apples
16 oz cream cheese
7/8 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup pecans
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup water
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
2. Peel, core, and slice apples. Toss with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 cup sugar.
3. Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of pan.
4. Beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, stir in vanilla.
5. Spread cream cheese mixture over crust.
6. Layer spiced apples on top. Sprinkle pecans.
7. Bake 45–50 minutes until set. Cool completely, drizzle with caramel.
8. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
Use tart apples for balance. Cool completely before slicing. Toast pecans for extra flavor. Make-ahead: chill overnight for best taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Make-Ahead
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
