Description
Indulgent Caramel Apple Cheesecake brings classic fall flavors together in a luxurious dessert that dances between creamy richness and fruity warmth. Silky smooth cheesecake layers paired with spiced apple chunks and rich caramel sauce promise pure comfort with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 3 (8 ounces/226 grams) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 eggs
- 3 apples, peeled and sliced
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Create a crisp foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly into a springform pan’s bottom and sides.
- Bake the crust at 350F for 10 minutes until golden, then remove and allow to cool completely.
- Whip cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating sugar and vanilla extract.
- Integrate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Gently toss apple slices with brown sugar and ground cinnamon, coating each piece evenly for maximum flavor infusion.
- Pour the creamy cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust, creating a smooth, even surface.
- Artfully arrange the spiced apple slices across the top of the cheesecake, creating an elegant pattern.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325F and bake for 60-70 minutes, watching for a slight jiggle in the center indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for approximately one hour to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the texture to set and flavors to meld completely.
- Prior to serving, generously drizzle rich caramel sauce over the chilled cheesecake for a decadent finishing touch.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends perfectly.
- Prevent cracks by baking the cheesecake in a water bath, which creates a gentle, even heat environment.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for a celiac-friendly version.
- Cut apples uniformly to guarantee consistent cooking and an attractive presentation when arranged on top of the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg