Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Delightful and Easy Treat

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.33 cups sugar
• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (preferably Granny Smith)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 0.5 cups caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the crumbs are well-coated and resemble wet sand.
3. Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the lined baking pan to create an even crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
4. While the crust is cooling, in another bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon. Set aside.
5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, continuing to mix until fully incorporated.
6. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
7. Pour about half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and spread evenly. Gently fold the cinnamon apples into the remaining batter and then pour that over the first layer.
8. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the two layers slightly together for a marbled effect.
9. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake and use a toothpick to swirl it in delicately.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Let it cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.