Delicious Apple Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and fresh apples with these irresistible apple cheesecake bars. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights in, each bar features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with velvety filling, making it a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dessert combines comfort and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 cups fresh apples, peeled and chopped (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press into a greased baking dish to form the base.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Fold in chopped apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly distributed.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and bake for 30–35 minutes or until set around the edges.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg