Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake meets sweet caramel and tart Granny Smith apples. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights in. Each slice boasts a rich texture, buttery graham cracker crust, and a luscious caramel drizzle that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 medium Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
½ cup cream caramel sauce

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown; let cool.
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time until just combined.
Gently fold in sliced apples into the batter. Pour over the cooled crust.
Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for an hour before chilling in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight.
Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and garnish with apple slices if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - For added warmth, sprinkle cinnamon into the apple mixture. - Swap graham crackers for Oreo cookies for a chocolatey twist. - Store leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.