Description
Apple Cider Cheesecake is the ultimate fall dessert, harmonizing creamy cheesecake with the rich flavors of apple cider and warm spices. Topped with tender sautéed apples, this indulgent treat is perfect for cozy gatherings and family celebrations. With its buttery graham cracker crust and luscious filling, each slice delivers a delightful taste of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup fresh apple cider
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 2 medium firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then incorporate sour cream and apple cider until well blended.
- Mix in cinnamon and nutmeg, then pour over the crust.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in center.
- While baking, sauté sliced apples with brown sugar until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Cool cheesecake before topping with sautéed apples and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added richness, use full-fat ingredients. Experiment with toppings like caramel sauce or different spices to customize your cheesecake.