Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of fall with this rich and creamy Caramel Apple Cheesecake. A buttery graham cracker crust is topped with a luscious cream cheese filling, caramelized apples, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a special dessert treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Caramelized Apples:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Additional:
- 1/2 cup store-bought or homemade caramel sauce
- Whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream. Pour over crust.
- Caramelize apples: Cook apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until tender. Spoon over cheesecake and swirl.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Drizzle with caramel sauce and top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped toasted pecans on top before serving.
- Use a water bath while baking for an extra creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
