Imagine a dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake, the warm comfort of caramelized apples, and a buttery, crumbly crust. These Caramelized Apple Cheesecake Bars are more than just a treat—they’re a culinary masterpiece that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary dessert experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- US Measurements:
- Crust: 7 oz dry biscuits, 5.5 tbsp melted butter
- Cheesecake Filling: 14 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Caramelized Apples: 3 medium Golden Apples, 3.5 tbsp butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Caramel Sauce: 1/2 cup sugar, 4 tbsp salted butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Metric Measurements:
- Crust: 200g dry biscuits, 80g melted butter
- Cheesecake Filling: 400g cream cheese, 100g sugar, 2 eggs, 100ml heavy cream, 5ml vanilla extract
- Caramelized Apples: 3 medium Golden Apples, 50g butter, 70g brown sugar, 1.25g ground cinnamon
- Caramel Sauce: 100g sugar, 60g salted butter, 120ml heavy cream
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Crush biscuits into fine crumbs
- Mix with melted butter until sandy
- Press into a 20×20 cm (8×8 inch) lined baking pan
- Bake for 10 minutes, then cool
- Caramelize the Apples
- Peel, core, and dice apples
- Melt butter in a pan
- Add brown sugar and cinnamon
- Sauté apples for 8-10 minutes until tender
- Set aside to cool
- Make the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth
- Add eggs one at a time
- Fold in cream and vanilla
- Mix until well blended
- Assemble and Bake
- Pour half the cheesecake filling over crust
- Spread caramelized apples evenly
- Top with remaining cheesecake filling
- Bake 40-45 minutes until set with a slight wobble
- Cool completely at room temperature
- Refrigerate 4+ hours
- Create the Caramel Sauce
- Melt sugar until amber-colored
- Remove from heat
- Add butter pieces, stirring
- Gradually mix in hot cream
- Stir until smooth
Cooking Details
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 12 bars
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Baking Time: 40-45 minutes
- Chilling Time: 4+ hours
Nutritional Highlights (Approximate per bar)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
Why These Caramelized Apple Cheesecake Bars Are Simply Irresistible
This dessert is a symphony of textures and flavors. The buttery biscuit crust provides a crisp foundation, while the creamy cheesecake filling offers a luxurious smoothness. Caramelized apples add a touch of warmth and sweetness, elevated by a hint of cinnamon. The homemade caramel sauce drizzled on top brings a rich, golden finish that transforms these bars from delicious to extraordinary.
Packed with calcium from cream cheese, vitamins from apples, and a dose of indulgence, these bars are perfect for special occasions or when you need a mood-lifting treat. The combination of warm spices, fresh fruit, and creamy filling makes this dessert a crowd-pleaser that balances comfort and sophistication.
Pro Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother filling
- Don’t overbake—a slight wobble is perfect
- Chill thoroughly for clean, neat slices
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce when serving
Bon appétit!