Creamy Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars

Steps

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1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Add 13 sheets of crackers, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a blender and blend until the crackers are finely pulverized.
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   Line a 9×9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Transfer the cracker mixture to the pan, add 6 tbsp melted butter, and mix until all crumbs are wet. Press down evenly using the back of a cup or your hands.
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   Bake the crust in the oven for 10 minutes.
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   While the crust bakes, melt 3 tbsp butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the diced apples, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp apple pie spice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and a few drops of lime juice. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.
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   In a bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 packets of apples and cinnamon instant oats (or 3/4 cup regular oats), 2 tbsp brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add 6 tbsp melted butter and crumble together with your fingertips until all ingredients are coated.
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   In a bowl, beat 16 oz room-temperature cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 eggs, then mix on low speed until fully combined.
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   Once the crust is baked and cooled, pour the cheesecake mixture on top and spread evenly.
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   Spread about half of the crisp topping over the cheesecake, distribute the cooled cinnamon apples evenly, then top with the remaining crisp topping.
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   Bake in the 350°F oven for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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    Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
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    Remove from the pan and cut into squares. Serve as is or drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
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