Spiced Apple Cheesecake: Decadent Layered Delight!
This elegant cheesecake combines the rich, creamy flavors of classic cheesecake with the spicy sweetness of cinnamon apples, creating a truly unforgettable dessert experience.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Crust
- 2.5 cups graham cracker crumbs about 20 crackers
- 0.75 cup melted butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon sugar granulated
Spiced Apple Filling
- 3 medium apples peeled and diced
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon freshly ground
Cheesecake Filling
- 48 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1.5 cups sugar granulated
- 1 cup sour cream full fat
- 4 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract pure
- 0.5 teaspoon salt -
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
- In a saucepan, cook diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon over medium heat until apples are tender. Let cool.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and salt, mixing until combined. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the crust, add the spiced apples evenly, and top with remaining cheesecake filling.
- Bake in a water bath for 70-75 minutes or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. Cool gradually, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.