OMG, These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Are Breaking The Internet (And Your Diet) 🍎

_Sips coffee while typing_

Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies and gentlemen, prepare your taste buds because I’m about to share my absolute favorite afternoon treat that’ll make you feel like you’re lounging in a fancy café! My Caramel Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars are seriously to die for, and trust me, your family will be begging for seconds.

Let me tell you, I discovered this recipe during one of my stress-baking sessions (we’ve all been there, right?), and it’s been my go-to ever since. The combination of buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, cinnamon-spiced apples, and that heavenly caramel drizzle? _chef’s kiss_ Pure magic!

What You’ll Need:
For the crust:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup melted butter
– 1/4 cup sugar

For the filling:
– 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 2/3 cup sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the apple topping:
– 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/3 cup brown sugar
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp nutmeg

For the crumble:
– 1 cup flour
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
– 1/2 cup quick oats

And don’t forget that caramel sauce for drizzling!

Now, let’s get baking!

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (because a cold oven never did anyone any favors!)

1. Mix those graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press it into a 9×13 pan and bake for 10 minutes.

1. While that’s happening, beat your cream cheese until it’s smoother than your favorite silk blouse. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until combined.

1. Pour this heavenly mixture over your baked crust.

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1. For the apple topping, sauté those apple pieces in butter until they’re tender. Add brown sugar and spices. Cook until bubbly.

1. Make the crumble by mixing flour, brown sugar, and oats. Cut in cold butter until crumbly (I use my hands because sometimes you just gotta get messy!)

1. Layer those spiced apples over the cheesecake mixture, then sprinkle that glorious crumble on top.

1. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set.

1. Once cooled, drizzle with caramel sauce like there’s no tomorrow!

Y’all, this recipe is seriously my pride and joy. Every time I bring these bars to a gathering, they disappear faster than my motivation to go to the gym! 😉

Don’t forget to comment below and let me know how yours turned out! Did you add your own twist? Did the family fight over the last piece? (Because mine totally does!) And remember to follow me on Newsbreak for more recipes that’ll make you the kitchen queen you were born to be!

XOXO,
Your favorite recipe gal 💋

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