Description
This Spiced Caramel Apple Cheesecake Delight is a creamy, dreamy creation with a warmly spiced apple layer nestled into a classic cheesecake, all finished with a luscious caramel drizzle and crunchy pecans.
Ingredients
1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 crisp apples, peeled and finely diced
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup caramel sauce (for topping)
1/3 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then press firmly into the base of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes before letting it cool.
Next, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually incorporate the eggs one by one on a low speed, followed by the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, gently toss the finely diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust, then evenly scatter the spiced apples over the top.
Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the edges are set.
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Finally, generously drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with chopped pecans before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg or a touch of ground ginger to the apple mixture for an extra layer of warmth.
Walnuts or even slivered almonds could be used in place of pecans for a different nutty note.
A little bit of lemon zest added to the cream cheese mixture can brighten the overall flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A