These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Will Make Your Mother-in-Law Finally Like You 😍

_Sips coffee_ Ladies and gents, get ready to absolutely wow your dinner guests with this heavenly dessert that’ll have everyone begging for seconds! Trust me, as someone who’s tried countless recipes, this one’s a total game-changer.

Let me introduce you to my Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars with Streusel Topping. Oh. My. Goodness. It’s like fall and luxury had a baby, and it’s absolutely divine!

Here’s what you’ll need, bestie:
For the crust:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup melted butter
– 1/4 cup sugar
(I won’t judge if you sneak a few graham crackers while crushing them 😉)

For the cheesecake layer:
– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 3/4 cup sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the apple layer:
– 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

For the streusel topping:
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup flour
– 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Now, let’s get cooking! First things first, preheat that oven to 350°F (because nobody likes a cold oven, right?).

1. Mix those graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press it into a 9×13 baking pan. Pop it in the oven for 8 minutes.

1. While that’s happening, beat your cream cheese until it’s smooth as silk (just like we wish our skin was, am I right?). Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until well combined.

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1. Pour that creamy goodness over your crust.

1. In another bowl, mix your diced apples with brown sugar and spices. Spread them evenly over the cheesecake layer.

1. Now for the fun part! Mix your streusel ingredients until crumbly (I like to use my hands, but you do you, honey!). Sprinkle it over everything.

1. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (I know, the waiting is torture!).

The result? A dessert that’s so good, it’ll make your mother-in-law actually compliment your cooking! 🙌

Y’all, I cannot stress enough how amazing this turns out. The tangy cheesecake, combined with those spiced apples and that buttery streusel topping… _chef’s kiss_

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Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some leftovers calling my name from the fridge! 😋