_Sips coffee_ Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about a dessert that’s about to change your life – a heavenly Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars recipe that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance! Trust me, I’ve made this countless times, and it’s always a showstopper at family gatherings.
Picture this: a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with silky cream cheese filling, crowned with cinnamon-spiced apples, and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce. _chef’s kiss_ Is your mouth watering yet? Because mine sure is!
Here’s what you’ll need:
For the crust:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 15 crackers)
– 1/2 cup melted butter
– 1/4 cup sugar
(Pro tip: Add a pinch of cinnamon if you’re feeling extra fancy!)
For the filling:
– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 3/4 cup sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the apple topping:
– 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Now, let’s get cooking, gorgeous! 💁♀️
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
1. Mix those graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar until it looks like wet sand. Press it into your pan like you mean it! Bake for 10 minutes.
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1. Beat the cream cheese until it’s smooth (like my picking-up lines 😉). Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Pour over the crust.
1. For the apple topping, sauté those apple pieces in butter until they’re tender. Add brown sugar and spices. Cook until caramelized.
1. Spread the apple mixture over the cream cheese layer and bake for 45-50 minutes.
1. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (I know, the waiting is torture!).
Y’all, when you slice into these bars, it’s like cutting into a piece of heaven! The contrast between the creamy cheesecake and spiced apples is absolutely divine. And can we talk about that buttery crust? _swoons_
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! Did you add your own twist? Did your family fight over the last piece? (Because mine totally did! 😂)
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Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with these leftover cheesecake bars and a glass of wine. Because sometimes a girl’s gotta treat herself, right? 💁♀️✨
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