Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled and diced tart apples
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- Additional caramel for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Fold in diced apples.
- Pour batter over crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until set. Cool completely.
- Spread caramel sauce evenly over the cooled cheesecake layer. Drizzle with additional caramel before serving. Chill for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor contrast.
- Chill the bars thoroughly for clean slices and optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Method: Baking, Layered Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg