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Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars

Delectable Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars
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These Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars combine the best of both worlds! A buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a spiced apple pie topping make for an irresistible dessert.

Ingredients

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  • For the Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Apple Pie Topping:
  • 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Bake the Crust: Bake crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour Filling: Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
  5. Prepare the Apple Pie Topping: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until apples are tender. Stir in lemon juice and cornstarch. Cook for 1 minute more, until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add Apple Topping: Spoon apple pie topping evenly over the cheesecake filling.
  7. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Cool: Let cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar in the apple pie topping. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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