Description

Indulge in the decadent delight of a Caramel Apple Blondie Cheesecake, where layers of rich blondie crust, cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy cheesecake, and luscious caramel sauce come together in a heavenly dessert.

Ingredients

For the Blondie Crust:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Apple Layer:

2 medium apples, peeled, cored, diced
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Cheesecake Layer:

16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzling
whipped cream (optional)

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Instructions

Blondie Crust: Combine melted butter and brown sugar, then add egg, vanilla, flour, baking powder, and salt. Press into pan and bake.
Apple Layer: Cook apples with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until softened.
Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Layer over crust, top with apples, then remaining cheesecake batter.
Bake, cool, and chill. Drizzle with caramel before serving.

Notes

This dessert can be made up to two days ahead and stored covered in the fridge.
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of flavor.