Description
Discover the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake, luscious apples, and decadent salted caramel with our Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake recipe. This dessert combines the richness of cheesecake with the comforting flavors of apple pie, topped off with a heavenly salted caramel drizzle. Ideal for special occasions or a delightful treat any day, follow our step-by-step guide to create this sensational dessert.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
Apple Topping:
3 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 3–4 apples)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 cup water
Salted Caramel Sauce:
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream. Pour over cooled crust.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Place springform pan in a larger dish filled with hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 55-65 minutes until set. Cool in oven with door cracked, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Apple Topping: Cook apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water in a saucepan until tender and thickened. Cool to room temperature.
- Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: Melt granulated sugar until amber. Add butter, then slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring. Stir in sea salt and cool slightly.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Remove from pan and place on platter. Spread apple topping over cheesecake and drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve, optionally garnishing with extra salted caramel sauce.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
Cheesecake can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12 servings
