Go Back
–+ servings
Caramel apple cheesecake bars on white plate with caramel drizzle

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Sophie Parker
These caramel apple cheesecake bars feature a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon-sautéed apples, and a buttery graham cracker crust—all finished with gooey caramel. Perfect for fall, holidays, and cozy nights in!
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bars
Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Cheesecake Layer

  • 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Caramel Apple Topping

  • 2 large apples, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling

Optional Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

Make the Graham Cracker Crust

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and salt until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  • Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool.

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crust.

Cook the Caramel Apple Topping

  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook until apples are just tender (about 5–6 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup caramel sauce. Let the mixture cool slightly, then gently spoon over the cheesecake layer.

Optional Streusel Topping

  • Mix oats, brown sugar, flour, cold butter, and cinnamon with your fingers or a pastry cutter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the apples for a crisp topping. (Or skip for classic bars.)

Bake, Chill & Slice

  • Bake 30–35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (overnight is best for clean slices).
  • Use the parchment to lift the bars out. Drizzle with extra caramel, slice into 16 squares, and serve chilled!

Notes

For extra clean slices, freeze bars for 20 minutes before cutting. Bars keep in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 180mgSugar: 21g

(Nutrition is estimated and will vary based on actual ingredients used)

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!