Description
Homemade Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake, buttery crust, and autumn-spiced apples for an irresistible dessert. Layers of sweet and salty flavors promise a memorable treat that delights taste buds with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages (681g) brick-style cream cheese, room temperature
- 3 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced into ⅛-inch pieces
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
Crust and Streusel Base:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup (159g) light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (62g) old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup (106g) light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
Flavor and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (249g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (227g) sour cream
- ½ cup (113ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (227g) salted caramel sauce
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lining a rectangular pan with parchment paper, ensuring two sides have excess paper for easy removal. Coat the surface with a light layer of cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create the foundational crust by whipping softened butter and rich brown sugar until the mixture becomes airy and voluminous, approximately 2-3 minutes of vigorous mixing.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients including flour, warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a pinch of salt, blending on low speed until the mixture develops a crumbly, sandy texture.
- Evenly distribute and compress the crumbly mixture across the prepared pan, forming a uniform base layer that will support the subsequent cheesecake components.
- Transfer the crust to the preheated oven and bake for a brief 8-minute interval, allowing the base to set and develop a light golden hue. Remove and permit the crust to cool completely, maintaining its structural integrity.
- While the crust cools, prepare the subsequent layers, ensuring each component is ready to be strategically assembled for a harmonious dessert experience.
Notes
- Toast flour lightly before mixing to enhance the nutty flavor and create a more robust crust that adds depth to the cheesecake bars.
- Chill the crust completely before adding cheesecake layer to prevent moisture absorption and maintain a crisp, sturdy base.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends seamlessly and bakes evenly.
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- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg