Description
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that masterfully blends the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm flavors of spiced apples and a luscious salted caramel drizzle. This show-stopping treat features a buttery graham cracker crust, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Indulge in this delightful dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 cups tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled and diced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and sour cream in another bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Toss diced apples with cinnamon; fold into the cheesecake batter gently.
- Pour half the batter over the crust, drizzle with half of the salted caramel sauce, then add remaining batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the oven for an hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (140g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing. - Experiment with different apple varieties or add nuts like pecans for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.