Caramel Apple Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake blends perfectly with sweet caramel and crisp apples, all enveloped in a buttery graham cracker crust. This showstopping dessert not only pleases the palate but also creates cherished memories at gatherings, becoming an instant favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until moist. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy. Incorporate sour cream and eggs one at a time until well combined.
- Gently fold in diced apples and cinnamon into the cheesecake batter.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool, then drizzle with warm caramel sauce and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing crushed nuts into the crust. Substitute mascarpone cheese for cream cheese for a richer flavor. Drizzle extra caramel just before serving for an indulgent touch.