Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors and textures with these Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars, a perfect treat for any dessert lover. This recipe artfully combines the comforting warmth of apple crisp with the creamy indulgence of cheesecake, nestled on a crunchy graham and oat crust. The preparation starts with blending graham cracker crumbs and rolled oats with melted butter and brown sugar, creating a base that is both crumbly and rich. This crust forms the foundation for the creamy cheesecake layer, a smooth blend of softened cream cheese, sugars, and spices like ginger and cinnamon, offering a subtle warmth that complements the sweetness.
As you layer thinly sliced apples over the cheesecake, their tartness and natural juiciness add a fresh contrast to the creamy layer beneath. The apple crisp topping, a mix of flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon, brings a rustic and homely feel to the bars, finished off with a touch of coconut oil for extra richness. After baking, these bars transform into a multi-layered dessert, each bite a journey through the soft cheesecake, the tender spiced apples, and the crumbly, buttery base.
Refrigerated overnight to set, these bars slice neatly, revealing the beautiful layers. A final drizzle of caramel topping before serving adds a luscious finish, making these bars not just a dessert, but a celebration of flavors. Perfect for autumn gatherings, holidays, or as a decadent treat, these Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Table of contents
Caramel Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Ingredients
Graham/Oats Crust:
- Brown Sugar – 1/4 cup
- Graham Cracker Crumbs – 1 cup
- Rolled Oats – 3/4 cup
- Melted Butter – 1/2 cup (plus extra for greasing)
Cheesecake Layer:
- Softened Cream Cheese – 16 oz (two 8 oz packages)
- Cornstarch – 2 tbsp
- Brown Sugar – 1/4 cup
- White Sugar – 1/4 cup
- Ground Ginger – 1/2 tsp
- Vanilla Extract – 2 tsp
- Ground Cinnamon – 1/2 tsp
Apple Crisp Topping:
- All-Purpose Flour – 1/4 cup
- Rolled Oats – 1/4 cup
- Brown Sugar – 1/4 cup
- Ground Cinnamon – 1/2 tsp
- Coconut Oil – 2 tbsp
- Apples – 2 medium to large, peeled and thinly sliced
Caramel Topping
Instructions
- Start by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter.
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, rolled oats, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your pan and bake for 5 minutes. Let it cool afterward.
- In an electric mixer, blend together the cream cheese, both sugars, cinnamon, ginger, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread this creamy mixture over your prepared crust.
- Arrange the apple slices neatly over the cream cheese layer.
- For the topping, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and coconut oil. Sprinkle this mixture over the layer of apples.
- Bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes.
- After baking, allow the dessert to cool for 15 minutes, then place it in the refrigerator overnight to set.
- When ready to serve, cut into bars and drizzle with your favorite caramel topping.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 55 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Servings: 20-24 bars
These Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars offer a delightful blend of creamy, crunchy, and fruity flavors, perfect for a cozy dessert or a special gathering. Enjoy!
