Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake
A delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with spiced apples and rich salted caramel, creating a sweet, indulgent experience.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted)
For the apple layer
- 3 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
For the cheesecake filling
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups sour cream
For the salted caramel sauce
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until you get a moist mixture, and press it into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- In a separate bowl, toss together sliced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and all-purpose flour, then spread over the cooled crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Slowly add eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and sour cream.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the apple layer and bake for 60-70 minutes until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly. Let it cool completely after baking.
Chilling
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
Making the salted caramel
- In a saucepan, heat granulated sugar over medium heat until melted and amber. Add butter and stir until melted, then gradually add heavy cream while stirring. Finish by stirring in sea salt.
Serving
- Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Experiment with different apple varieties for a unique flavor. Mix sweet and tart apples for balance.