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Perfect Caramel Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars

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A decadent dessert combining creamy cheesecake, caramel-drenched apples, and a buttery crumble topping—perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • Pinch of salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, softened butter, and salt. Mix until crumbly. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust.
  4. In a skillet, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in caramel sauce and let cool slightly. Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  5. Mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and oats together until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture over the caramel apple layer.
  6. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheesecake layer is set.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely on a rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.

Notes

[‘Ensure cream cheese and egg are at room temperature for a smoother cheesecake layer.’, ‘Use parchment paper for easy removal.’, ‘Dice apples evenly for uniform cooking.’, ‘Chill the bars for at least 2 hours before slicing for best results.’, ‘Add a sprinkle of sea salt to the caramel apple layer for a salted caramel twist.’]

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Keywords: Caramel Apple Bars, Cheesecake Bars, Fall Dessert, Apple Crumble, Easy Dessert Recipe

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