Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars
- Mallory Harr
- Nov 17, 2023
- 2 min read
Layers of apple-solute deliciousness!
It is time to take your Thanksgiving dessert game to a whole new level! Say hello to the Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars - a fusion of creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, and a golden crumbly topping. Trust me, your family will be obsessed with this divine treat. So, put on your apron, preheat the oven, and let's get baking!
Ingredients:
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 15 graham crackers
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake:
- 24 oz room temperature cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Spiced Apple:
- 3-4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Crumble:
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Graham Cracker Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350Ā°F.
- In a food processor or blender, combine graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar.
- Firmly press the mixture into a lined 13x9 baking dish.
2. Cheesecake:
- In a stand mixer, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the graham cracker crust.
3. Spiced Apple:
- Peel and chop Granny Smith apples using a star chopper.
- Toss apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Sprinkle the spiced apples evenly over the cheesecake layer.
4. Crumble:
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon.
- Sprinkle the crumble over the spiced apple layer.
5. Baking:
- Bake the masterpiece at 350Ā°F for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are set.
- Once done, let it cool, then transfer to the fridge for 2 hours to set.
6. Serving:
- Once chilled, slice the Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars into 16 pieces.
- Serve, sit back, and watch as your loved ones indulge in this heavenly Thanksgiving dessert.
There you have it - the recipe for the perfect Thanksgiving dessert that will leave your guests craving more. These Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars are a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, ensuring a sweet ending to your festive feast. So, get ready to impress with this delightful creation and make this Thanksgiving one to remember! šš„®
This turned out amazing! I followed the recipe to a T and these bars were gone in less than 24 hours.