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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars. These luscious treats combine a creamy cheesecake layer, tart apples, and rich caramel on a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or cozy nights in, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more. With warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg enhancing each bite, these dessert bars celebrate the essence of fall. Easy to make and serving up to 20 people, they’re an ideal addition to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (divided)
  • 3/4 cup cold butter (cubed)
  • 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz each, softened)
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons white sugar (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 3 medium tart apples (peeled and finely chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 13×9 inch baking pan.
  2. For the shortbread crust: Mix together flour and brown sugar in a bowl; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. For the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add white sugar and vanilla while mixing. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then fold in chopped apples and spices.
  4. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust.
  5. For the topping: Combine flour, brown sugar, oats, and cubed butter until crumbly; sprinkle over cheesecake layer. Drizzle with caramel topping.
  6. Bake for about 40 minutes or until set in the center. Cool completely before slicing into bars.

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