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Caramel Apple Cheesecake

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A creamy cheesecake infused with warm caramel and tender apples, layered with a buttery graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (302g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp (39g) sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (112g) salted butter, melted
  • 24 ounces (678g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup (207g) sugar
  • 3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (173g) sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 large apples, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (56g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Sprinkle of lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup (29g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Pour in melted butter and stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until slightly golden, then let cool.
  5. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped apples, light brown sugar, a teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a sprinkle of lemon juice. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing until combined.
  7. Sprinkle in the flour, followed by sour cream, and mix until combined. Add vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
  8. Add in the eggs one by one, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  9. Pour half of the filling over the cooled crust, then sprinkle half of the sautéed apple mixture over it.
  10. Pour the remaining cheesecake filling on top, and finish with the remaining apple chunks.
  11. Bake for about 55-60 minutes or until the center is just set but slightly jiggly.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about an hour.
  13. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours.
  14. In a separate bowl, whip together heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until soft peaks form.
  15. Top the chilled cheesecake with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight before serving.

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Keywords: caramel, apple, cheesecake, dessert, fall recipes, nostalgic dessert

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