Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake, tart apples, and rich salted caramel, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. This indulgent dessert is perfect for gatherings or cozy family nights, effortlessly impressing your guests with its delightful flavors and stunning presentation. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a memorable treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh Granny Smith apples (peeled and sliced)
- ¾ cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream, vanilla, and eggs one at a time.
- Toss apple slices in cinnamon and fold into the batter. Pour over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool completely before drizzling with salted caramel sauce.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or swapping apples for pears. A sprinkle of cinnamon on top enhances flavor.