Apple Cheesecake Bars

one apple crisp cheesecake bar on a square of wax paper, dripping with caramel sauce with two more bars in the background

5 from 4 votes

Apple Cheesecake Bars

These Apple Cheesecake Bars are a delicious and easy treat that are going to become a family favorite. Buttery brown sugar crust, great apple cheesecake middle, and delicious crumble topping!

Prep Time20

Cook Time45

Total Time1 5

Servings: bars

Calories: 415kcal

Author: Lisa Longley

Ingredients

Crust Layer

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar firmly packed
3/4 cup cold butter cut into cubes

Cheesecake Layer

16 ounces cream cheese softened (2 8 ounce pacakges)
1/2 cup (plus 2 tablespoons) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs

Apple Layer

3 medium apples peeled and diced into 1/2 inch pieces
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Crumb Topping

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed
1/2 cup quick cook oats
1/3 cup cold butter cut into cubes
caramel sauce for serving optional

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a food processor, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cold butter until you get a crumb-like texture.
Press into the bottom of the 9 by 13 inch pan and bake for 15 minutes.
While the crust is baking, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time until just combined.
In a medium bowl combine the apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Stir to combine.
In the food processor (no need to clean it first) combine 3/4 cup flour, brown sugar, oats, and 1/3 cup cold butter until just combined.
Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust, taking caution as the crust and baking dish will be very hot after 15 minutes in the oven. Next, sprinkle the apple mixture on top. Finally, sprinkle on the crumb topping.
Bake for 25 to 35 minutes uncovered or until the entire top is a nice golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before slicing. Store in the refrigerator, covered. Enjoy with caramel sauce on top!

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