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Home » Recipes » Dessert » Apple Cheesecake Bars

Apple Cheesecake Bars

By: Rebecca  |  Published: October 29, 2019  |  Updated: August 22, 2020  |   View Our Affiliate Disclosure Policy

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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are made with a shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon baked apples, and an oatmeal crumble topping! via @sugarandsoulcoCaramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are made with a shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon baked apples, and an oatmeal crumble topping! via @sugarandsoulcoCaramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are made with a shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon baked apples, and an oatmeal crumble topping! via @sugarandsoulco

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are made with a shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon baked apples, and an oatmeal crumble topping!

This delicious cheesecake recipe is a twist on my Pear Cheesecake Bars. They’re perfect for small family gatherings and holidays!

Square slice of apple cheesecake bar with caramel drizzle on a white plate.

After all, with the holiday season just around the corner, you’ll need lots of dessert recipe inspiration.

But today, we’re talking about Apple Cheesecake Bars. They’re a luscious treat you’ll want to share with friends and family now through December!

These decadent goodies consist of a shortbread crust filled with a creamy cheesecake layer and followed by tender baked apples spiced with cinnamon and loaded with caramel. The finishing touch is an oatmeal crumble topping that’s buttery and rich. 

A square slice of an apple cheesecake bar on a white plate drizzled with caramel sauce. Apples and more slices of cheesecake are in the background.

How Do You Make Them?

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and prepare your baking pan. Combine shortbread cookie crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl and make a small well. Pour the melted butter in the well and mix until evenly combined.
  2. Transfer the crust mixture to the prepared pan and gently press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
  3. While the crust is baking, beat together the cheesecake filling ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy and set aside.
  4. Add finely chopped apples to a medium saucepan and add in the lemon juice, stirring to coat, and cook over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until apples are tender and juice has started to form.
  5. In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch, then stir it into the apples and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly, once the mixture has thickened and resembles pie filling, remove from heat.
  6. To make the oatmeal crumble, combine all ingredients in a large bowl and use a pastry cutter to cut in the butter or your fingers to mix the ingredients together, squishing the cubes of butter until the mixture is crumbly.
  7. Now it’s time to start assembling the cheesecake bars. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust and spread out evenly.
  8. Top the cheesecake mixture with the apple filling. Top the apple filling with the crumble topping. Bake cheesecake bars until the top of the crumble is a light golden brown. Cool/chill until the filling is set.

Find the full recipe and printable instructions in the recipe card below!

Photo collage with step-by-step photos showing how to make apple cheesecake bars.

How To Cut Them:

Before cutting, the bars should be thoroughly chilled in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or even overnight. 

Pro Tip: To keep the edges of your squares neat and tidy, wipe the knife off with a damp cloth in between each slice. 

Can They Be Frozen?

These treats can be frozen for up to three months. First, they need to be put in the freezer uncovered until firm. When they’re no longer soft, they can be wrapped in heavy-duty aluminum foil then placed in a plastic freezer bag. 

When it’s time to eat them, unwrap and let sit on the counter to thaw before serving.

Slice of caramel apple cheesecake with a bite taken out of it.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars offer all the flavor of an apple cheesecake, but they’re so much easier to make. There’s a lot of room for error when it comes to making a traditional cheesecake, but these bars are a breeze.

Plus, these grab-and-go squares are easy to serve at casual get-togethers. No utensils required!

Needless to say, cheesecake bars are pretty much a guaranteed hit for adults and kids alike. Make them now with your fresh-picked apples, and keep whipping ‘em up throughout the holiday season!

If you love easy cheesecake-inspired recipes, be sure to try Sopapilla Cheesecake, Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip, Blueberry Cheesecake Bars, Cranberry Cheesecake Bars, and No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake! 

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Square slice of apple cheesecake bar with caramel drizzle on a white plate.

Apple Cheesecake Bars

Rebecca Hubbell
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars are made with a shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, cinnamon baked apples, and an oatmeal crumble topping!
5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 25 mins
Cooling Time 4 hrs 30 mins
Total Time 6 hrs 20 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 people
Calories 547

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 2 cups shortbread cookie crumbs1
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter melted

Cheesecake

  • 16 ounces whipped cream cheese
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Apple Filling

  • 2 cups apples diced, about 3 apples
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

Oatmeal Crumble

  • 1 cup 1-minute oatmeal
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and finely diced

Toppings:

  • caramel sauce for drizzle
  • whipped cream optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9″x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Combine shortbread cookie crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl and make a small well. Pour the melted butter in the well and mix until evenly combined.
  • Transfer the crust mixture to the prepared baking pan and gently press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
  • While the crust is baking, beat together the cheesecake ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy and set aside.
  • Add the diced apples and lemon juice to a medium saucepan and cook over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until apples are tender and juice has started to form.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Then stir it into the apple mixture and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has thickened and resembles pie filling, remove from heat.
  • To make the oatmeal crumble, combine all ingredients in a large bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the ingredients together, squishing the cubes of butter and creating a coarse crumble.
  • Now it’s time to start assembling the cheesecake bars. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust and spread out evenly. Top the cheesecake mixture with the apple filling. Top the apples with the crumble topping.
  • Bake cheesecake bars for 50 to 70 minutes, until the top of the crumble is a light golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool in pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Transfer to the refrigerator to cool for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Slice into square bars and drizzle with caramel just before serving. Top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

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Notes

  1. Graham Crackers Crumbs maybe be used in place of shortbread cookie crumbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 547kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 5gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 296mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 54gVitamin A: 1123IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Fernanda says

    October 31, 2020 at 10:21 am

    5 stars
    SOO GOODDDD i forgot to take a picture 😅I realized as I was adding the mixtures to the crust it was going to be too much so I added it to another pie crust. I followed the recipe exactly so if u buy the pie crust instead buy two!!

    Reply
  2. Priscilla says

    October 4, 2020 at 10:59 pm

    Can I use regular oats instead of 1 minute oats?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      October 7, 2020 at 10:52 am

      You can, just note that the topping might be more crunchy.

      Reply
  3. Emily says

    September 24, 2020 at 11:53 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious

    Reply
  4. Mel Howell says

    September 20, 2020 at 5:55 pm

    5 stars
    Very easy. The family loved it. New addition to our apple recipes.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 21, 2020 at 8:03 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  5. Kelly says

    September 13, 2020 at 10:27 pm

    What kind of apples do you find work best for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 13, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      I usually use honey crisp or granny Smith in my recipes, but you can use any good baking apple that you prefer.

      Reply
  6. Deny says

    June 30, 2020 at 12:13 am

    How long it can keep outside refrigerator?
    How many day expire?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      July 2, 2020 at 10:59 am

      I wouldn’t leave them out more than a few hours once they cool and I would consume within a few days.

      Reply
  7. Jen says

    May 28, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    Any substitute for lemon juice I thought I had some but don’t

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      May 28, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      You could also use lime or orange juice if you have that. White vinegar is also a common substitute but you’ll want to use half the recipe amount, in this case, 1 tablespoon.

      Reply
  8. Gwen says

    April 29, 2020 at 9:04 am

    Could I use graham cracker crumbs if I don’t have short bread cookies?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      April 29, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  9. Lisa says

    December 20, 2019 at 10:28 am

    5 stars
    BIG BIG BIG hit! Making it again for family Christmas dinner this weekend.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      December 21, 2019 at 7:53 pm

      Yay, so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  10. Lisa says

    November 25, 2019 at 11:29 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely amazing. Made 1 1/2 recipe in a 9X13 pan. Didn’t last 24 hours.

    Reply
  11. Dan says

    October 30, 2019 at 12:52 am

    5 stars
    Just incredible m8

    Reply

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