Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake is the perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake, tart apples, and rich salted caramel. This indulgent dessert is a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and nostalgia to any occasion. With its buttery crust and luscious layers, it’s an irresistible treat for family gatherings, holidays, or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 4 medium fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith), peeled and sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl; mix well.
- Press the mixture firmly into a springform pan to form the crust.
- Toss apple slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice in another bowl.
- Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth in a separate bowl. Gradually add vanilla extract and heavy cream until fluffy.
- Layer half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust, followed by the spiced apple filling. Top with the remaining cheesecake mixture.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool before drizzling with salted caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing chopped nuts into the crust. Substitute flavored cream cheese for an extra twist. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing.