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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

These decadent Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars feature a buttery, crisp shortbread base topped with a velvety smooth cream cheese layer and tart, cinnamon-spiced Granny Smith apples. Finished with a luscious drizzle of salted caramel, these bars strike the perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and comforting. They are the ultimate autumn treat for holiday dessert tables or cozy family gatherings, providing a gourmet experience in every single bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: No Bake Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
  • 2 cups shortbread cookies, crushed
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Combine crushed shortbread cookies with melted butter in a medium bowl.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into a lined square baking pan.
  4. Bake the crust for ten minutes until golden brown.
  5. Beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined to avoid excess air.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.
  8. Arrange the sliced apples in an overlapping pattern over the cheesecake base.
  9. Drizzle the salted caramel generously over the apple slices.
  10. Bake for thirty-five minutes until the center is set.
  11. Cool the bars completely in the refrigerator for at least four hours before slicing.

Notes

Use Granny Smith apples to ensure a tart contrast to the sweetness of the caramel and cream cheese. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth, lump-free filling. For clean slices, wipe your knife with a hot, damp cloth between each cut.