Description
Indulgent “caramel apple cheesecake” delivers a symphony of creamy richness and autumn-inspired flavors. Layers of silky cheesecake, spiced apples, and golden caramel create an irresistible dessert experience that will transport dessert enthusiasts to sweet paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 8-ounce (226 grams) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Fruit and Flavoring:
- 2 large apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325F (165C) and coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press the mixture compactly into the pan’s base, creating a solid foundation.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, incorporating sour cream gradually and adding eggs individually, ensuring thorough blending after each incorporation.
- Gently fold apple pie filling and caramel sauce into the cream cheese mixture, distributing ingredients evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer the cheesecake mixture onto the prepared crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center stabilizes, maintaining a slight jiggle when gently shaken.
- After baking, leave the cheesecake inside the oven with the door slightly ajar for one hour, allowing gradual temperature reduction.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight to set properly.
- Before serving, decorate the chilled cheesecake with remaining apple pie filling, drizzle caramel sauce generously, and sprinkle chopped pecans across the top.
- Slice and serve chilled for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose graham crackers with minimal sugar for a less sweet base that balances the rich caramel and cheesecake flavors.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter without overmixing.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt as healthier alternatives that maintain the creamy texture while reducing calories.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the crust or filling for an extra warm, autumnal dimension that complements the apple and caramel notes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 50–60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 56 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 24 mg