Description
Indulgent caramel apple cheesecake marries creamy richness with autumn’s sweet orchard charm. Spiced graham cracker crust and silky filling promise comfort in each luxurious slice you’ll savor.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) melted butter
Filling:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) apple pie filling
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare a springform pan by lightly greasing the surface and line the bottom with a graham cracker and butter mixture, pressing firmly to create an even base.
- Craft a velvety cheesecake batter by thoroughly blending cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, incorporating eggs individually to maintain a luxurious texture.
- Gently integrate apple pie filling into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution without deflating the delicate batter.
- Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an elegant surface.
- Slide the cheesecake into a preheated oven at 325F (160C) and bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until the center is just set but retains a subtle jiggle.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, which helps prevent cracking and ensures a perfect texture.
- Once cooled, generously drizzle rich caramel sauce over the surface, creating an enticing cascade of golden sweetness that enhances the apple and cream cheese flavors.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake to fully set and develop its complex flavor profile.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener to create a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Enhance apple flavor by adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese mixture for deeper warmth and complexity.
- Allow cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating to prevent cracking and ensure smooth, creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg