Description
Caramel Apple Cheesecake is an indulgent dessert that beautifully marries creamy cheesecake with tart apples and rich caramel sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth filling, and a sweet drizzle of caramel. A crowd-pleaser at gatherings or a cozy night in, this delightful treat will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 medium fresh apples (peeled and chopped)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well. Blend in sour cream and vanilla until combined.
- Gently fold in chopped apples to distribute evenly.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool for an hour at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least four hours or overnight.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg