Description
This apple cheesecake is a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and spiced apple topping. Each bite delivers a velvety texture with a warm, sweet apple flavor that’s irresistible. Whether for a holiday gathering, a dinner party, or a cozy treat at home, this cheesecake is a showstopper. The buttery graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and caramelized apples create a dessert experience that’s comforting, elegant, and unforgettable. With tips for substitutions, storage, and serving, this recipe makes it easy for anyone to create a bakery-quality dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3-4 firm apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until creamy. Fold in sour cream.
- Cook apples in butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour cheesecake filling over cooled crust. Arrange apple slices on top. Drizzle with remaining apple sauce.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes until set around edges and slightly jiggly in the center. Cool for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use firm apples for the best texture.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of caramel or brandy to the apples.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg