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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars

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by: Joanna Cismaru
12.04.19
Updated: 10.01.20

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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars – apple pie, cookies, cheesecake; all rolled into one. Delicious rich flavors of salted caramels, apples and cinnamon and luscious cheesecake!

3 Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars stacked on top of each other

Did I ever tell you that cheesecake is by far my all time favorite dessert? There’s no question about it that when I go into a restaurant and if I have any type of dessert, 99% of the time I will always order cheesecake. I mean there has to be some extraordinary dessert on the menu that catches my eye to make me stray from the norm.

These bars are not really about the salted caramel sauce, these squares are about the cheesecake and the apples. It’s no secret that I also like apple pie, so why not combine two of my favorite desserts together, cheesecake and apple pie?

It’s really no rocket science here. While most apple cheesecake bars call to put the apples and some sort of streusel topping over the top of the bars, here I went against the norm and mixed the apples with the cheesecake together. And why not?

2 apple pie cheesecake bars stacked on top of each other

Ingredients

Detailed measurements and instructions can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Crust

  • Graham crackers – The main ingredient in our crust and it also offers a great molasses flavor.
  • Butter – Salted or unsalted though I prefer unsalted to control the sodium content of our dessert.
  • Sugar – We want a nice clean flavor for our crust, white granulated sugar is your best bet.
  • Spices – Some cinnamon to warm everything up and pair nicely with our apples.

Filling

  • Cream cheese – I used 2 packages of whole fat Philadelphia cream cheese. Reduced fat can also be used to cut calories.
  • Sugar – Again granulated sugar is best for this cheesecake recipe.
  • Eggs – Our key binding agent for this cake, eggs will allow it to bake properly.
  • Salt – To season our cake, an important component.

Apples

  • Apples – I used Macintosh apples, however any kind will do! Be sure to slice them thin and bite sized.
  • Spices – Some cinnamon to warm it all up, cinnamon also pairs perfectly with apple.
  • Sugar – We want some white sugar to give us a clean sweetness.

Topping

  • Caramel sauce – You can use store bought like I did to make things a bit easier, or you can make your own! I’ll include directions below for doing exactly that.
  • Sea salt – Some of the nice flaky stuff sprinkled over top.

What’s The Best Cream Cheese To Use For Cheesecake

I prefer using Philadelphia cream cheese because it always makes a super silky cheesecake. However, if you can’t find the Philadelphia brand, use a cream cheese that is full fat for best results.

apple pie cheesecake in a square pan fresh out of the oven

How To Make Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars

Detailed measurements and instructions can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.

  1. Heat oven to 350 F degrees. Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper, spray it with cooking spray first so that the parchment paper sticks to the pan. Set aside.
  2. Form the crust: In a medium bowl mix together the melted butter, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, sugar and the graham cracker crumbs. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press evenly. It might be easier to use the bottom of a glass to press the crumbs down to make a thin layer. Bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Make the cheesecake mixture: While the crust is baking make the cream cheese mixture. To the bowl of your mixer add the cream cheese, sugar, eggs and pinch of salt. Beat on medium high for at least 5 minutes or until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Add in the apples: In a medium bowl mix together the apples with the sugar and cinnamon. Gently fold in the prepared apples into the cheesecake mixture. Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust in the baking pan. Level the top off with a spatula.
  5. Bake uncovered for about an hour or until the filling is set. Let the cheesecake cool completely before slicing into it. Once the cake is cooled slice it into squares. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt.
salted caramel apple pie cheesecake cut into squares

Want To Make Your Own Caramel Sauce?

Well I sure won’t try to stop you! I have a super easy 1 ingredient caramel sauce right here on the blog, just follow the directions listed there to really take this dessert up a notch.

What Else Can I Top My Bars With?

Besides this delicious caramel sauce there are other toppings you can add. Here are some suggestions:

  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Toasted pecans or walnuts
  • Cinnamon
  • Cocoa Powder

Storing Leftovers

These little bars will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just store in an airtight container or wrap them up tightly before popping them in.

Cooked cheesecake also freezes really well, just place the bars fully cooled and uncovered on a pan in the freezer and allow to freeze entirely. Remove them and wrap fully in plastic wrap and aluminum foil till ready to eat. This method should ensure the cheesecake bars lasts 3 months.

2 apple pie cheesecake bars stacked on top of each other topped with caramel sauce

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a stack of salted caramel apple pie cheesecake squares

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars

4.28 from 36 votes
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 1 hr
Total: 1 hr 30 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 16
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars – apple pie, cookies, cheesecake; all rolled into one. Delicious rich flavors of salted caramels, apples and cinnamon and luscious cheesecake!

Equipment

  • 9-inch Square Baking Cake Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Glass Mixing Bowl Set (3 piece)
  • KitchenAid Classic 4.5 Quart Stand Mixer
  • Keep Calm And Bake On Spatula

Ingredients

For Crust

  • 6 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon ground

For Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese at room temperature
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For Apples

  • 2 large apples peeled, cored and sliced in small pieces
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp sugar

Topping

  • caramel sauce I used store bought
  • sea salt
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Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350 F degrees. Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper, spray it with cooking spray first so that the parchment paper sticks to the pan. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl mix together the melted butter, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, sugar and the graham cracker crumbs. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press evenly. It might be easier to use the bottom of a glass to press the crumbs down to make a thin layer. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • While the crust is baking make the cream cheese mixture. To the bowl of your mixer add the cream cheese, sugar, eggs and pinch of salt. Beat on medium high for at least 5 minutes or until the mixture is smooth.
  • In a medium bowl mix together the apples with the sugar and cinnamon. Gently fold in the prepared apples into the cheesecake mixture. Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust in the baking pan. Level the top off with a spatula.
  • Bake uncovered for about an hour or until the filling is set. Let the cheesecake cool completely before slicing into it.
  • Once the cake is cooled slice it into squares. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt.

Recipe Notes

  1. These little bars will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just store in an airtight container or wrap them up tightly before popping them in.
  2. Cooked cheesecake also freezes really well, just place the bars fully cooled and uncovered on a pan in the freezer and allow to freeze entirely. Remove them and wrap fully in plastic wrap and aluminum foil till ready to eat. This method should ensure the cheesecake bars lasts 3 months.
  3. Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1squareCalories: 195kcal (10%)Carbohydrates: 22g (7%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 10g (15%)Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)Cholesterol: 57mg (19%)Sodium: 251mg (11%)Potassium: 130mg (4%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 15g (17%)Vitamin A: 347IU (7%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 58mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:American
Keyword:cheesecake bars, salted caramel apple pie
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  1. Knave family says

    September 14, 2020 at 1:33 pm

    Hi Joanna, your peach cobbler was sooo great that we have made it at least 4 times since then. And now your Apple Pie. My 8 y.o. daughter saw the pictures of it on the Instagram and just couldn’t wait to taste it. Your Apple Pie is 👍🏻! Thank you for your recipe! Knabes from Bavaria ❤

    Reply
    • jo says

      September 14, 2020 at 2:05 pm

      I’m so happy to hear you guys enjoyed the recipes. 🙂 Keep cooking and baking!

      Reply
      • Knabes family says

        September 15, 2020 at 2:09 pm

        Thank you! ❤ Your pie tastes even more delicious on the next day. We also tried Biscoff butter instead of caramel and it was good, too! 👍🏻 My daughter checks your account every day to see if you cooked something great again 😂

  2. Kimi says

    August 7, 2020 at 6:13 pm

    Hi , I Noticed in the comments before the recipe you mention vanilla for the filling. However I didn’t see it in the ingredients. Could you clarify please. Thanks 😊

    Reply
    • jo says

      August 8, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      Sorry about that, there’s no vanilla, fixed it.

      Reply
  3. peggy Stoltz says

    February 28, 2019 at 4:22 pm

    5 stars
    Would I have to triple the recipe for a jellyroll pan?

    Reply
    • Nicole Beaulieu says

      March 1, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      You’ll be alright just doubling the recipe!

      Reply
  4. Christena Thibodeau says

    November 2, 2017 at 8:11 pm

    Do you put the caramel sauce in the pan after slicing it or on each individual serving?

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      November 3, 2017 at 11:37 am

      Either will work, but I put it on each cheesecake bar individually.

      Reply
  5. Gabriella says

    October 8, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    What is the bake time if using a 9×13 inch pan?

    Reply
  6. Valerie says

    October 4, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    Hi can you use can apples

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      October 5, 2017 at 12:16 pm

      Sure, I would drain them first if needed.

      Reply
      • Valerie Buck says

        October 5, 2017 at 12:18 pm

        Thank you

  7. Doris says

    September 17, 2017 at 8:30 am

    What is the alternative for graham cracker?

    Reply
  8. Jade says

    November 19, 2016 at 8:32 pm

    Thinking of making these for Thanksgiving. Could they be made a day or two before, frozen, then thawed in time to eat for dessert? Would it change the consistency?

    Reply
    • Fenne Kieken says

      November 20, 2016 at 2:01 pm

      They certainly could be made a day or two before. You could freeze them although refrigerating for a day or two should be fine if you put them in a covered container. Consistency may change a bit as they would be a bit firmer so you could put them out a bit early to soften them up a bit. They are so yummy!

      Reply
  9. Tricia says

    November 18, 2016 at 10:23 am

    4 stars
    I just made this they are yummy but can taste the eggs a little bit. Next time I make these I will try it with just using yolks only.

    Reply
  10. Christina says

    August 31, 2016 at 5:47 pm

    3 stars
    I made these tonight, they look okay, but you can really taste the egg. I followed the recipe to a T. just not too sure about this.

    Reply
    • Debra Reaves says

      November 24, 2017 at 10:53 pm

      Most cheesecake fillings with 16 oz of cream cheese use 2 eggs.

      Reply
  11. Kathy says

    February 5, 2016 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    I have now read the recipe and now I would love to try them because they look so good and to die for I have to go to the store and get the ingredients for it then I’m going to come back and make it not today but maybe next week yum yum yum

    Reply
    • jo says

      February 5, 2016 at 10:51 am

      Hope you like it!

      Reply
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