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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

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Delicious caramel apple cheesecake bars featuring a buttery graham crust, silky cream cheese layer, and tender apples, topped with a caramel ribbon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar (for the crust)
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 cups cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar (for the filling)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment for easy removal.
  2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and lump-free. Scrape the bowl as needed.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
  5. Fold in the chopped apples and cinnamon. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
  6. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the filling and swirl gently into the batter.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For a lighter filling, use reduced-fat cream cheese. Use crushed digestive biscuits if graham crackers are unavailable. Chill fully before slicing for easiest serving.

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