Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake (Print Version)
A decadent fusion dessert combining creamy cheesecake, caramelized apples, and rich salted caramel on a cinnamon graham crust.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Crust
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ For the Cheesecake Filling
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24 oz cream cheese, softened (3 packages)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ For the Apple Pie Topping
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3 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced thin
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 cup water
→ For the Salted Caramel Sauce
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons water
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden. Let it cool while preparing the filling.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fully incorporated.
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Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door slightly, and cool the cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly before topping the cheesecake.
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In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and turns golden amber. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in butter and heavy cream (it will bubble). Stir in sea salt and allow to cool slightly.
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Top the chilled cheesecake with caramelized apple slices. Drizzle salted caramel sauce generously over the top.
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Slice and serve the cheesecake with additional caramel sauce if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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This dessert combines creamy cheesecake, warm apple pie flavors, and a rich salted caramel drizzle, perfect for fall or special occasions.