🍎 Easy Made Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe – Creamy, Buttery

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from dessert lovers and fall bakers alike)
🍏 Cinnamon-Spiced | 🍮 Caramel-Drizzled | 🧡 Crowd-Pleasing

If you love caramel apples and cheesecake, this Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe will become your new fall favorite. It’s got a buttery crust, a silky cream cheese filling, tender cinnamon apples, a crumbly streusel topping, and a golden caramel drizzle that ties it all together. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or when you’re craving a cozy dessert that tastes like autumn.

Why You’ll Love These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes
🔥 Bake Time: 40 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: 2 hours
🍽️ Serves: 12–16
💰 Budget-Friendly: Around $10–$12 total
🍏 Flavor: Buttery, creamy, caramel-sweet, and spiced
💡 Perfect For: Thanksgiving, potlucks, fall weekends, or dessert bars

Ingredients – Cozy Layers of Fall Flavor

For the Crust

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 full sheets)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup brown sugar

For the Cheesecake Layer

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Apple Layer

• 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg

For the Streusel Topping

• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ½ tsp cinnamon

For the Finishing Touch

• ½ cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)

How to Make Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined.
Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
Pour over the baked crust and spread evenly.

Step 3: Add the Apple Layer

In a bowl, toss diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.

Step 4: Add the Streusel

Combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
Sprinkle over the apples.

Step 5: Bake and Cool

Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set.
Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting.

Step 6: Finish with Caramel

Drizzle warm caramel sauce over each bar before serving.

How to Serve Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

🍎 Serve cold for a creamy cheesecake bite
🍮 Warm slightly for a gooey caramel dessert
🍂 Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence
☕ Pair with hot coffee or spiced cider for a cozy treat

What Everyone’s Saying

“These taste like a caramel apple met a cheesecake—AMAZING!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Lindsey B.

“A hit at Thanksgiving dinner! So creamy and flavorful.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Darren W.

“The streusel topping adds the perfect crunch. Will make again!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Emily R.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars – Sweet, Creamy, and Irresistibly Cozy

These Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars taste like fall in every bite — rich, creamy cheesecake layered over a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with cinnamon-spiced apples, and finished with a drizzle of golden caramel sauce. They’re comforting, indulgent, and perfect for Thanksgiving, holidays, or whenever you want to impress without fuss. One bite, and everyone will be asking for the recipe!

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Chill Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Apple Layer:

• 2 medium apples peeled and finely diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cold butter cubed
• 1/4 cup quick oats
• For Finishing:
• Caramel sauce for drizzling (homemade or store-bought)

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Spatula
• Parchment paper

Method

 

Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Make the Crust

1. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

1. Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread the mixture evenly over the crust.

Add the Apple Layer

1. In a separate bowl, toss diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon evenly over the cheesecake layer.

Make the Streusel Topping

1. Mix flour, brown sugar, and oats. Cut in cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the apples.

Bake

1. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the topping is golden. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Serve

1. Cut into bars and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving. Enjoy chilled or slightly warmed.

Notes

Apple tips: Granny Smith apples add a tart balance to the sweet layers.

Make ahead: These bars are even better the next day once fully chilled.

Storage: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Shortcut: Use pre-made caramel sauce to save time.

FAQ – Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

💡 Note

For an extra decadent twist, swirl caramel sauce into the cheesecake layer before baking—you’ll get gorgeous ribbons of caramel throughout every bite.

Bring even more warmth to your fall menu by pairing these cheesecake bars with Cristal Recipes’ Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole — the sweet maple notes tie beautifully with the caramel and apple flavors.