September is the season of apples! These delightful Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are a treat worth savoring. They feature a buttery shortbread crust, a lusciously thick cheesecake layer, and a generous topping of diced cinnamon-spiced apples crowned with a sweet streusel layer. If you’re a fan of cheesecake bars, you’ll love this recipe.
CAN I FREEZE THESE CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE BARS?
Yes, you can freeze these delectable Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars for up to four months. They hold up beautifully in the freezer, just be sure to save the caramel topping for drizzling when serving.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Apples:
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped, (about 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Streusel Topping:
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup caramel topping for drizzling after baked
