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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fall dessert that beautifully combines creamy cheesecake with tangy apples and a buttery shortbread crust. These bars are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Topped with a rich caramel drizzle and a hint of warm spices, each bite captures the essence of autumn. Whether enjoyed warm or chilled, these scrumptious bars are sure to impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 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)
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup cold butter (cubed, for topping)
  • 1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 13×9 inch baking pan.
  2. Make the crust by mixing flour and brown sugar, then adding cubed butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Prepare the filling by beating cream cheese with white sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and eggs one at a time, then fold in apples with cinnamon and nutmeg.
  4. Spread the filling over the crust. For the topping, mix remaining flour, sugars, oats, and cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle over filling.
  5. Bake for about 40 minutes or until set. Let cool before drizzling with caramel topping.

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