Best 20 Caramel Apple Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable fusion of sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors with our Caramel Apple Bars. This irresistible treat combines a crisp and crumbly crust with a layer of tender, cinnamon-spiced apples, all topped with a luscious caramel sauce. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy autumn gathering or a special holiday celebration. Our recipe includes two variations: Classic Caramel Apple Bars and Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars. The cheesecake filling adds an extra layer of creamy richness that perfectly complements the tart apples and sweet caramel.

Let's cook with our recipes!

APPLE CARAMEL CHEESECAKE BARS



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The streusel topping that comes with this recipe for apple cream cheese bars is absolutely irresistible. If you can't resist a "taste test" before a party, just arrange each apple bar on a serving platter and no one will know a piece is missing from the pan! -Katherine White, Henderson, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 medium tart apples, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
STREUSEL:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup hot caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a well-greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Spread over crust., In a small bowl, toss apples with cinnamon, nutmeg and remaining sugar; spoon over cream cheese layer. In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and oats; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over apple layer., Bake 25-30 minutes or until filling is set. Drizzle with caramel topping; cool in pan on a wire rack 1 hour. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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These bars make an excellent fall dessert. We like to warm individual servings in the microwave and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It quickly became a family favorite; maybe it'll become one of your family's, too. -Carol Stuber, Osawatomie, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional
FILLING:
4-1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled tart apples
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 package (11 ounces) caramels
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add flour, oats, salt and baking soda; mix well. If desired, stir in pecans. Set aside 2 cups. Press remaining oat mixture into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. , For filling, toss apples with flour; spoon over the crust. In a saucepan, melt the caramels and butter over low heat; drizzle over apples. Top with the reserved oat mixture. , Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes. Cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY CARAMEL APPLE PIE BARS



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If you love caramel apples and apple pie, these bar cookies are for you. Once cooled, drizzle with a homemade salted caramel sauce or a store-bought caramel sauce.

Provided by dawnbahrenfuss

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Slab Pie Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine flour, 1 cup butter, 3/4 cup white sugar, egg, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor; pulse until crumbled and easily formed into dough when pinched. Pour 3/4 of the dough into the prepared pan; press down with your hands until crust is even and well packed.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, 1/2 cup white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; cook and stir until apples are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cornstarch; mix, adding more cornstarch if needed, until liquids are thickened.
  • Pour apple mixture onto crust; smooth with a spatula until even. Crumble remaining dough on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crumbles on top are lightly brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes; cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 47.9 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 122 mg, Sugar 26.9 g

CARAMEL APPLE BARS II



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A fall favorite with baked apples and gooey caramel. A great rainy day project!

Provided by Christine

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ cups butter, melted
2 cups apples - peeled, cored and sliced
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups caramel ice cream topping
½ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 15x10 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, quick cooking oats, brown sugar, and baking soda. Stir in the melted butter. Mix until crumbly. This is the crust. Press 1/2 of this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 8 minutes in preheated oven.
  • In a small pan, over medium heat combine the caramel topping and the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. This is the caramel filling.
  • Spread apple slices evenly over the baked crust. Sprinkle on the nuts. Then Pour the caramel filling over the apple layer. Crumble the remaining crust mixture over the top of everything. Bake again for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH BARS



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Marzetti® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip and sweet apples take classic oat bars from ordinary to extraordinary!

Provided by Marzetti

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Marzetti®

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) tub Marzetti's® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup shortening
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 ½ cups peeled and chopped favorite apples

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, salt and baking soda.
  • In a large mixing bowl, blend together butter, shortening and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add dry mixture and blend to form a crumbly mixture.
  • Measure and set aside 2 cups crumbs. Press remaining crumbs into a 9x13 inch pan. Spread apples into an even layer over crust.
  • Transfer Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 30 to 40 seconds or until warm. Stir until smooth. Pour over apples and sprinkle remaining crumbs over all.
  • Bake on middle rack of oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and apples are tender. Cut into desired size bars while slightly warm and serve.
  • Store remaining bars covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 189.6 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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Do you have extra apples but don't feel like making a pie? Try this easy-to-make bar with layers of brown sugar and oats surrounding apples and melted caramel.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled tart apples (3 medium)
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 bag (14 ounces) caramels

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Mix brown sugar, butter and shortening in large bowl. Stir in 1 3/4 cups flour, the oats, salt and baking soda. Reserve 2 cups oat mixture; press remaining oat mixture in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
  • Toss apples and 3 tablespoons flour; spread over mixture in pan. Heat caramels over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted; pour evenly over apples. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture; press lightly.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender. For 36 bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows while warm. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg

SALTED CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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This sweet, caramel apple snack bar with a hint of salt makes a great coffee break treat.

Provided by Mott's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg
½ cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 cup Mott's® Original or Cinnamon Applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped dried apples
1 cup caramel bits*
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon coarse sea salt, or to taste**

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 9-inch square pan.
  • Combine flour, confectioners' sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Cream butter in separate large bowl. Beat in egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
  • Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients. Stir to combine. Add diced apples, caramel bits and walnuts; blend in thoroughly. Pour into greased pan and distribute evenly.
  • Combine granulated sugar, cinnamon and sea salt for the topping. Sprinkle evenly on top of the batter.
  • Bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes.
  • Cool completely and cut into 16 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 147.2 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

CARAMEL APPLE PECAN BARS



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Caramel apple flavor in bar cookie form...love, love, love! These aren't the type of cookie bar you can eat with your hands. They're ooey gooey so you'll need a plate. They have a crunchy cinnamon crust and a caramel apple center. Each bite tastes like fall. Serve with a scoop of ice cream and it's the perfect autumn dessert.

Provided by sharyl maacks

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pkg caramels, unwrapped (14 oz)
5 medium fist-sized apples (I used Cortlands), peeled, cored, & sliced thin
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 c brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c + 1/4 c coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease or spray a 9 x13 pan.
  • 2. Mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  • 3. In another bowl, mix brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and 1 cup of the chopped nuts (keep the other 1/4 C for topping).
  • 4. Stir in dry ingredients. When well-mixed reserve 1 cup for topping.
  • 5. Pour into pan (it may be hard to spread but it will eventually, lol). Bake that for 20 minutes.
  • 6. While baking, melt the caramels and milk in the microwave 2-3 mins. Stir carefully after each min (this is also not easy to do but it eventually will get smooth and creamy. Cool that for 5 minutes.
  • 7. When the crust comes out of the oven, drain any juice from the apples. Pour the apples on the crust and spread evenly.
  • 8. Then pour the caramel over the apples staying about 1/2" away from the edges.
  • 9. Then drop teaspoons of the reserved batter over that spreading as well as you can. Sprinkle with reserved chopped pecans.
  • 10. Return to oven and bake for 15 - 20 minutes at 350. Cool well before trying to cut.

CARAMEL APPLE-NUT BARS



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Looking for a tasty dessert using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour? Then try these bars baked with apple, nuts and oats - a delicious treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup caramel topping
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 medium apple, peeled, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, beat 2 cups flour, the oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt and butter with electric mixer on low speed, or mix with spoon, until crumbly. Press about 3 cups of the mixture in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix caramel topping and 3 tablespoons flour. Sprinkle apple and pecans over partially baked crust. Drizzle with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with remaining crust mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

SALTED CASHEW AND CARAMEL APPLE MAGIC COOKIE BARS



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A delicious twist on the favorite magic cookie bar recipe. The caramel and apple with salted cashew is a delightful combination for the holidays!

Provided by Bikeramy

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon shortening
2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
½ cup butter, melted
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup finely chopped salted cashews
1 cup finely chopped Fuji apple
1 cup caramel candy pieces, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with shortening.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter together in a bowl. Press over the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over crumb mixture. Layer cashews, apple, and caramel pieces evenly on top; press down with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Loosen from the sides of the pan while warm. Let cool before cutting into diamonds or squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 32.7 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 283.6 mg, Sugar 34.2 g

GOOEY CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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Instead of preparing plenty of pies when feeding a crowd at Thanksgiving, we suggest you bake of batch of these caramel apple bars.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

5 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons sugar
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 cups butter-flavored shortening
3 large eggs
1/4 cup cold water
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
FILLING:
10-1/2 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 12 medium)
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 cup chopped walnuts
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, water and vinegar; gradually add to flour mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball., Divide dough in half so that one portion is slightly larger than the other; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Roll out larger portion of dough between two sheets of waxed paper into a 17x12-in. rectangle. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Press pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of pan; trim pastry even with top edges of pan. , In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugars, flour, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Stir in cream. , In a Dutch oven, melt butter. Add apple mixture; cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until apples are slightly tender. Stir in walnuts and vanilla. Spoon into crust. , Roll out remaining pastry; place over filling. Trim and seal edges. Cut slits in top. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE BARS III



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These bars taste like caramel apples, but without all the fuss!

Provided by Pammy101

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup shortening
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups quick cooking oats
1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
4 ½ cups apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar, butter and shortening until smooth. Combine 1 3/4 cups flour, oats, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. Set aside 2 cups of this mixture. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, then toss them with the 3 tablespoons of flour. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the prepared crust. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels, stirring frequently until smooth. Pour the melted caramels evenly over the apples. Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the top of the apple layer. Press down lightly.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender. Cut while slightly warm and refrigerate any leftover bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 129.1 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

DISAPPEARING CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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I have been making these for about 10 years and have had many requests for the recipe. They are easy to make and disappear so quickly, if you don't grab one you might miss your chance! Serve immediately or refrigerate. Bars cut more easily if refrigerated first.

Provided by Christina Kloehn

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup cinnamon chips
2 large yellow apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Press cookie dough into the bottom of a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light-golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely.
  • Mix cream cheese, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth; fold in cinnamon chips. Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled cookie and layer with apple slices. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar and nutmeg over apple slice layer. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 157.2 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE BARS WITH STREUSEL TOPPING RECIPE



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Paula's Home Cooking, Episode: Winter Warmers. These were enjoyed by all! Many different layers of taste.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
16 ounces cream cheese, softened (2-8 oz packages)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped
1/2 cup sugar, divided
2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 cup caramel topping
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar.
  • Cut in butter with a pastry blender or two forks until mixture is crumbly.
  • Press evenly into a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking pan lined with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth.
  • Then add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Pour over warm crust.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the chopped apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Spoon evenly over cream cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle evenly with Streusel topping.
  • Bake 30 minutes, or until filling is set.
  • Drizzle with caramel topping.
  • MAKE STRUSEL TOPPING:.
  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.

APPLE CARAMEL CRUMB BARS



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Closest to the famous coffee chain's version I've ever tasted, mmmmm good. These are really good and worth the extra time to make.

Provided by Diane Renwick

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 3h24m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 22

½ cup light cream
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon whiskey
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons orange zest
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
1 egg white, lightly beaten
10 cups peeled, sliced baking apples
¼ cup apple juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons apple pie spice
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
½ cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine cream, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, and 3 tablespoons white sugar in a small, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugars dissolve, 2 to 3 minutes. Bring sauce to a simmer, stirring frequently. Cook until slightly thickened, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in whiskey.
  • Combine 1 3/4 cups flour, 1/3 cup white sugar, 2 teaspoons orange zest, and salt in a food processor; pulse to briefly combine. Scatter 3/4 cup butter pieces over the flour mixture and process until dough starts clumping together.
  • Press dough over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Brush egg white over dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 18 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Combine apples, apple juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup white sugar, lemon juice, and apple pie spice in a large skillet. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens and looks dry, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Stir in 1 tablespoon orange zest.
  • Place 1 1/4 cups flour and 1/3 cup white sugar in a food processor; pulse briefly to combine. Scatter 1/2 cup butter pieces and walnuts over flour mixture. Process until topping mixture starts to clump together. Pour into a bowl. Squeeze topping mixture with your fingertips to form clumps the size of peas.
  • Spread cooled filling evenly over dough. Drizzle 1/2 the caramel sauce on top. Sprinkle topping evenly over caramel.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are light golden, about 35 minutes. Place pan on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle remaining caramel sauce on top. Let cool completely, about 15 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 14.6 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 66 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

CARAMEL-APPLE CHEESECAKE BARS



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These pecan-topped bars are yummy any time of year, but they're especially good during cooler months when you're craving something rich and satisfying. -Katy Roche, Batavia, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons brown sugar
APPLE LAYER:
4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
CARAMEL LAYER:
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup 2% milk
TOPPING:
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
5 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, butter and brown sugar. Press onto the bottom of a well-greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, combine the apples, flour and sugar; spoon over crust. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over apples., In a small saucepan, combine caramels and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth; pour over cream cheese layer. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over caramel., Bake at 350° until center is almost set, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE CARAMEL CHEESECAKE BARS



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Easy caramel cheesecake bars are topped with apple slices and a final layer of Marzetti® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip after the bake.

Provided by Marzetti

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Marzetti®

Time 57m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Marzetti's® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup old-fashioned oats
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 baking pan.
  • For the crust, combine all crust ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine until crumbly and butter pieces are no longer visible. Press the mixture on bottom of prepared pan.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • For the filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese until light and creamy.
  • Add Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip and mix until smooth. On low speed, mix in flour; add egg and vanilla and mix just until blended. Pour cream cheese mixture over baked crust. Arrange apple slices and press them into top of cream cheese layer.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes. Allow bars to cool to room temperature.
  • Cover and chill until firm. Before serving, spread Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip over top of bars.
  • Cut and serve. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

PAULA DEEN'S CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE BARS



Paula Deen's Caramel Apple Cheesecake bars image

These are so yummy Recipe courtesy of http://www.pauladeen.com

Provided by grace moran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c all purpose flour
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1 c butter, softened
2- 8oz pkg cream cheese softened
1/2 c sugar plus 2 tb divided
2 large eggs
3 granny smith apples peeled & cored & chopped
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 c caramel topping
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven 350 In med bowl combine flour & brown sugar. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or with your hands until mixture is crumbly.Press evenly into a 13 x 9 baking pan lined with foil. Bake 15 mins or til lightly brown.
  • 2. In a large bowl beat cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar in an electric mixer at med speed till smooth. Then add eggs 1 at a time & vanilla. Stir to combine, pour over warm crust.
  • 3. In a small bowl stir together chopped apples, remaining 2 TB sugar, cinnamon & nutmeg. Spoon evenly over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle evenly with Streusel topping. Bake 30 mins or til filling is set. Drizzle with Caramel Topping.
  • 4. Streusel Topping: 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup quick cooking oats 1 stick butter In a small bowl combine all ingredents

CARAMEL APPLE BARS I



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Caramel and apples make for delicious bars. Pecans in place of the walnuts would work equally as well.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ cups butter
1 ½ cups caramel ice cream topping
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chopped apples
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 15 x 10 x 1 inch pan.
  • In a small pan over low heat, melt the butter or margarine. In large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 2 cups quick cooking oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and melted butter or margarine. Mix until crumbly. Press half of mixture (about 2-1/2 cups) in the greased pan. Set aside the rest. Bake for 8 minutes.
  • In a small pan over medium heat, combine caramel topping and 1/2 cup flour. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Still stirring constantly, boil for 2 or 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Spread apples and nuts onto the baked crust. Pour hot caramel mixture evenly over apples and nuts. Sprinkle reserved crumbly mixture evenly over the top.
  • Return pan to oven. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan. Cut into bars. (Refrigeration makes cutting easier). Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

EASY CARAMEL APPLE COOKIE BARS



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These easy cookie bars are like having an apple pie you can pick up to eat... absolutely a crowd-pleaser! It looks complicated but is worth every second! Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Great alone or warmed and served a la mode!

Provided by Lauren Fouts

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (11 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
2 cups firmly packed brown sugar, divided
3 apples - peeled, cored, and diced
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup golden raisins
¾ cup chopped pecans
1 ½ cups quick-cooking oats
¾ cup butter
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch glass baking pan.
  • Place condensed milk and caramels in the top of a double boiler over simmering water on low heat. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, apples, 1/2 cup flour, raisins, and pecans together in a bowl.
  • Mix remaining brown sugar, remaining flour, oats, butter, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl until the crumbles are the size of small peas. Remove 2 cups of mixture and set aside. Press remaining crumbles firmly into the prepared baking pan; cover evenly with the apple mixture and melted caramel mixture. Top with the reserved crumble mixture, pressing lightly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes and cut into squares of desired size. Cover with plastic wrap and let cool in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 174.9 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for different flavors and textures.
  • Peel and slice the apples thinly and evenly so they cook evenly.
  • Use a heavy saucepan for cooking the caramel so it doesn't burn.
  • Stir the caramel constantly until it reaches the desired color and consistency.
  • Pour the caramel over the apples in an even layer.
  • Bake the bars at a moderate temperature until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  • Serve the bars warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Caramel apple bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for potlucks, picnics, and parties. With their gooey caramel filling, sweet and tart apples, and flaky crust, these bars are sure to be a hit.

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