Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake, where the classic comfort of apple pie meets the creamy richness of cheesecake. Topped with a decadent homemade salted caramel sauce, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to prepare and make ahead, it’s a treat that combines simplicity with gourmet appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (for caramel)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
- 1 tsp sea salt (for caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by pressing graham cracker crumbs mixed with melted butter into the bottom. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In a bowl, combine sliced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, then layer over the cooled crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract. Pour over the apple layer.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- For the salted caramel sauce, melt sugar until amber, then stir in butter and heavy cream followed by sea salt.
- Drizzle caramel over chilled cheesecake before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 125mg