Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert fusion, blending the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Each slice is a heavenly combination of sweet-tart apples, velvety cream cheese, and a luscious drizzle of salted caramel, making it a showstopper for any gathering or a delightful treat just because you deserve it.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled and sliced
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a springform pan for the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and remaining sugar until combined.
- Gently fold in sliced apples. Pour filling over prepared crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Allow to cool before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Before serving, drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or topping with whipped cream. Experiment with different apple varieties for unique flavors or add spices like nutmeg for extra warmth.