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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake

Indulge in this delightful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie and rich cheesecake topped with warm salted caramel.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Use real butter for best flavor.
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted)

Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz cream cheese (softened) Keep at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups sour cream Adds tanginess and creaminess.

Apple Layer

  • 3 cups peeled and sliced apples Use firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour Helps thicken apple juices.

Salted Caramel Sauce

  • 1 cup granulated sugar Watch closely while heating.
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream Add slowly to avoid splattering.
  • 1 tsp sea salt Adjust to taste.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until combined.
  • Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Toss to coat.
  • Spread apples evenly over the cooled crust.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream.
  • Pour cheesecake mixture over the apple layer in the pan and smooth the top.

Baking

  • Bake cheesecake for approximately 60-70 minutes until center is almost set.
  • Remove from oven and let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Caramel Sauce

  • To make salted caramel sauce, heat sugar in a saucepan until melted and amber-colored.
  • Add butter and stir until melted.
  • Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring until smooth.
  • Remove from heat, stir in sea salt, and drizzle over chilled cheesecake before serving.

Serving

  • Serve slices on simple white plates and enjoy!

Notes

Store cheesecake wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
Keyword Apple Pie, Cheesecake, Salted Caramel
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