Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion with this Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake. A buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layer, spiced apple pie filling, and a decadent salted caramel topping come together in this show-stopping treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the Apple Pie Layer:
- 3 medium apples (peeled, cored, diced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- pinch of salt
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- flaky sea salt (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to form a firm crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples are tender but not mushy. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and sour cream. Pour the cheesecake filling over the baked crust and smooth the top. Gently spoon the cooked apples over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, pour salted caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor.
- You can make this cheesecake a day ahead—it holds up beautifully and tastes even better after chilling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
