Description
These delightful bars are a sophisticated marriage between a creamy, New York-style cheesecake and a rustic apple crumble. Featuring a sturdy, buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety smooth cream cheese layer, and a spiced apple topping finished with a crunch, this treat is perfect for autumn gatherings. It combines textures and flavors into a comforting, gourmet-style dessert that is remarkably easy to assemble and serves beautifully for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 apples, peeled and diced
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, pressing firmly into the pan to create the crust base.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth, adding eggs and vanilla until fully incorporated.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the par-baked crust.
In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon and layer them over the cheesecake filling.
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apple layer.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight wobble.
Allow to cool completely before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest filling texture. For the best result, chill these bars overnight to allow the layers to set perfectly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg