Decadent Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bars for a Sweet Treat!
Ingredients:
For the crust:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup (12 tablespoons) cold butter, cubed
For the cheesecake:
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
For the apples:
3 granny smith apples, peeled and chopped small
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
For the streusel topping:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup rolled oats
For the caramel sauce (optional):
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon sea salt