Cream Cheese Apple Oatmeal Bars
Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet, spiced apples and creamy decadence with these Cream Cheese Apple Oatmeal Bars. Featuring layers of buttery oat crumble, a luscious cream cheese filling, and tender cinnamon-spiced apples, these bars strike the ideal balance between cozy and indulgent. The brown sugar and nutmeg-infused oat crust adds satisfying texture, while the cream cheese layer adds the perfect tangy richness. Topped with a crumbly oat mixture and baked to golden perfection, these easy-to-make bars are a dessert dream. Whether served as a snack, a dessert, or a decadent brunch treat, they're guaranteed to impress. Plus, they're finished with an optional dusting of powdered sugar for that bakery-quality look and taste. Ready in under an hour with just a few simple steps, these apple oatmeal bars are perfect for fall gatherings or any time you're craving a rustic, comforting treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Apples, peeled and finely diced
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt.
Pour the melted butter into the oat mixture and stir until evenly combined and crumbly.
Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Reserve the remaining one-third for the topping.
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the oat crust base.
In another bowl, combine the diced apples, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
Scatter the apple mixture over the cream cheese layer in an even layer.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture on top of the apples, gently pressing it down to secure.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Remove from the oven and cool completely in the pan. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.2 g | 376% | |
| Saturated Fat | 173.6 g | 868% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 987 mg | 329% | |
| Sodium | 2097 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 585.8 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 327.9 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 585 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 1415 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
