Caramel Apple Cheesecake: A Fall Favorite

Celebrate the flavors of autumn with this delectable Caramel Apple Cheesecake. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, rich caramel cheesecake filling, and a luscious cinnamon apple topping, this dessert is a showstopper for any gathering. 🍂🍰

Ingredients:

Salted Caramel Sauce:

• Use your favorite recipe or store-bought.

For the Crust:

• 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Caramel Cheesecake:

• 24 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup salted caramel sauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup sour cream, room temperature
• 3 large eggs, room temperature

For the Cinnamon Apple Topping:

• 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons water
• ¼ cup white sugar
• ¼ cup salted caramel sauce

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil to prevent leaks.

1. Prepare the Crust:

• In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined.
• Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

1. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, salted caramel sauce, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
• Mix in the sour cream, then add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
• Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust.

1. Bake in a Water Bath:

• Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish. Fill the dish with hot water, about halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
• Bake for 55-70 minutes, or until the center is just set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 30 minutes with the door slightly open.

1. Prepare the Topping:

• In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cinnamon and stir until fragrant.
• Add the sliced apples, white sugar, and water. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are softened. Stir in the salted caramel sauce.

1. Chill the Cheesecake:

• After cooling in the oven, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours or overnight.

1. Assemble and Serve:

• Before serving, top the cheesecake with the cinnamon apple mixture. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce if desired.

Prep Time: 45 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 8 hours 45 minutes (including chilling)
Kcal: 456 kcal per slice | Servings: 12

Enjoy this Caramel Apple Cheesecake, a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and spiced flavors that capture the essence of fall. 🍎✨

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