Making these Apple Cheesecake Danish Bars is a simple process. Follow these steps to create this delicious dessert:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, softened butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Blend until crumbly. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

3. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Spread the cheesecake filling over the crust evenly.

4. Prepare the Apple Topping: In a separate bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until well coated. Arrange the apple mixture on top of the cheesecake layer.

5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing.