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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Recipe

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Recipe
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This Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake combines the rich creaminess of classic cheesecake with the comforting flavors of spiced apples and a buttery graham cracker crust, all topped with a luscious homemade salted caramel sauce. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a decadent twist on traditional apple pie.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Apple Pie Layer

  • 3 cups peeled and sliced apples
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Salted Caramel Sauce

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the crust and cheesecake layers.
  2. Prepare Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
  3. Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove it and allow it to cool completely before adding the filling.
  4. Prepare Apple Layer: In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Toss everything together until the apples are fully coated with the mixture.
  5. Assemble Apple Layer: Spread the apple mixture evenly over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
  6. Mix Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  7. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth texture.
  8. Incorporate Flavors: Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until the cheesecake filling is fully combined and smooth.
  9. Layer Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake mixture gently over the apple layer in the springform pan, spreading evenly.
  10. Bake Cheesecake: Bake the assembled cheesecake in the oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
  11. Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours to allow it to firm up.
  12. Make Salted Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar slowly until it becomes a smooth amber color, stirring gently to avoid burning.
  13. Add Butter: Stir in the butter until it melts completely into the caramel.
  14. Add Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and combined.
  15. Season Caramel: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the sea salt to create perfectly balanced salted caramel.
  16. Serve: Drizzle the salted caramel sauce generously over the chilled cheesecake before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure apples are peeled and thinly sliced for even cooking and texture.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for a smoother cheesecake batter.
  • Be careful not to overbake the cheesecake; it should be slightly jiggly in the center when done.
  • Allow the caramel sauce to cool slightly before drizzling to avoid melting the cheesecake surface.
  • This cheesecake is best chilled overnight for optimal flavor and texture.

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Keywords: Salted caramel, apple pie, cheesecake, dessert, fall dessert, creamy cheesecake, homemade caramel sauce

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