Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake (Print Version)
Creamy cheesecake with spiced apples and warm cinnamon for a cozy dessert experience.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 -
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 -
1/3 cup melted butter
03 -
1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Apple Filling
04 -
2 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
05 -
1/2 cup brown sugar
06 -
1 tsp ground cinnamon
07 -
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
08 -
2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Cheesecake
09 -
24 oz cream cheese, softened
10 -
1 cup granulated sugar
11 -
3 large eggs
12 -
1 tsp vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool.
02 -
In a skillet over medium heat, cook apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter until tender, approximately 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
03 -
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
04 -
Spread apple filling evenly over cooled crust. Pour cheesecake batter over apples and smooth surface. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until center is nearly set. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door ajar for 1 hour.
05 -
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving chilled.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Allowing the cheesecake to rest in the turned-off oven helps prevent cracks.