This recipe is a captivating fusion of a classic cheesecake with the comforting flavors of apple pie. It starts with a graham cracker crust, combining finely crumbled graham crackers, brown sugar, and melted butter, pressed into the bottom of a springform pan to create a firm and flavorful base. The cheesecake layer is a creamy mixture of cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, salted caramel, and vanilla, beaten until smooth and then layered with spiced apple cubes. This combination is baked to perfection, resulting in a velvety texture with a hint of caramel and bursts of spiced apples. Topped with a homemade apple pie filling made from sliced apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch, this cheesecake is a perfect blend of creamy and fruity, ideal for any occasion that calls for a special dessert.
Ingredients:
- Crust: 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup brown sugar, 10 tbsp unsalted butter.
- Apple Layer: 3 Gala apples, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp ground nutmeg.
- Cheesecake: 24 oz cream cheese, ¾ cup white granulated sugar, ½ cup sour cream, ¼ cup salted caramel, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 4 large eggs.
- Apple Pie Filling: 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 Gala apples, ⅓ cup brown sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp cornstarch.
Instructions:
- Crust: Blend graham crackers, mix with brown sugar, butter; press into pan. Bake at 325℉ for 11 min.
- Apple Layer: Mix cubed apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg.
- Cheesecake: Beat cream cheese, sugar, add sour cream, caramel, vanilla, eggs. Layer batter and apples in pan, water bath bake for 65-75 min. Cool, chill overnight.
- Apple Pie Filling: Cook apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch. Cool, top cheesecake.
Savor the rich and inviting taste of this Caramel Apple Cheesecake, where the smoothness of cheesecake meets the classic flavors of apple pie. Perfect for sharing on special occasions or as a delightful treat, this cheesecake promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the process of baking this gourmet dessert and take pride in the joy it brings to your friends and family. Each slice is not just a dessert, but a celebration of delicious harmony. Share and relish every moment of this indulgent culinary experience!