Apple Cider Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Apple Cider Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines the sweet essence of apple cider with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Perfect for fall gatherings or any special occasion.
- Author: Bennett
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 10 hours
- Yield: 1 8-inch cheesecake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Crust:
- 2 cups digestive cookies or graham crackers (270g)
- ½ cup butter, melted (113g)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 cups fresh apple cider
- Mulling spices
- 3 cream cheese bricks, softened (227g each)
- 1 cup brown sugar (220g)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream (240g)
- 1/3 cup reduced apple cider (from above)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Boil and Reduce Cider: Boil the cider with mulling spices until reduced to 1/3 cup. Cool.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350 F.
- Make Crust: Process cookies, butter, salt, and sugar. Press into pan and bake.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, and reduced cider. Mix well.
- Add Eggs and Flour: Incorporate eggs and flour until just combined.
- Bake Cheesecake: Place pan in water bath, add filling, and bake at 325 F for 90 minutes.
- Cool Cheesecake: Allow cheesecake to cool in oven before chilling.
Notes
- For best results, allow the cheesecake to chill for at least 8 hours before serving.
- Experiment with different apple cider varieties for unique flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Apple Cider Cheesecake, Dessert, Fall Recipe, Cheesecake Recipe