Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake Crunch Bars
These delightful bars combine creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, and a crunchy topping, drizzled with rich caramel, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake
- 2 cups 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cups 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large 2 large eggs
- 2 cups 2 cups spiced apples, diced
For the Crunch Topping
- 1 cup 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cups ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 0.5 cups ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the baking dish to form a crust.
Cheesecake Layer
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- Top with diced spiced apples.
Crunch Topping
- In a separate bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Sprinkle over the apples.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the top.
Baking
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars and serve.
Notes
Add a touch of lemon juice to the diced apples for brightness. Customize toppings by using nuts or chocolate chips in the crunch layer. Serve warm for a cozy fall dessert that everyone will love!