Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars
A delicious blend of creamy cheesecake and crunchy apple crumble, perfect for any sweet craving.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the cheesecake layer
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the apple crumble topping
- 2 cups peeled and sliced apples (Granny Smith work well!)
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened. Press this mixture into the bottom of your baking pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until set and slightly golden.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. The mixture should be creamy and lovely.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the baked crust. Spread it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold cubed butter and use a fork or your hands to create a crumbly mixture.
- Distribute the sliced apples evenly over the cheesecake layer, then top with your crumble mixture.
Baking
- Bake for about 40–45 minutes, or until the bars are slightly puffed and the center is just set. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
Chilling and Serving
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
- Cut into squares and serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
Choose your apples wisely: Opt for tart apples like Granny Smith for a perfect balance against the sweetness of the cheesecake. Waiting for the cheesecake to chill is essential.