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Apple Cheesecake Bars

Irresistibly Creamy Apple Cheesecake Bars for Easy Indulgence

These Apple Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake with sweet spiced apples for an easy dessert that’s perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitution: Use digestive biscuits for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's melted for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can use coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Substitution: Greek yogurt for a lighter version or vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Beat eggs well to ensure proper mixing.
Apple Layer
  • 3 cups Peeled and Diced Apples Any variety of apple, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji, can be used.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until sandy and press into the baking dish.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes and remove from the oven to cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Toss the diced apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Pour apple cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle brown sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until center is set and edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow bars to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. Refrigerate overnight for firmer bars. Different apple varieties can alter the flavor profile.

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