Description
Savor the delightful fusion of spiced apples and creamy cheesecake, nestled in a classic graham cracker crust. This indulgent dessert captures the essence of fall with every bite—a must-try among apple cheesecake recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 100g)
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans (about 55g)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (about 60g)
- 3 tablespoons white sugar (about 38g)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 (8 ounce / 226g) packages cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup white sugar (about 100g)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (about 4 medium apples)
- ⅓ cup white sugar (about 67g)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (about 28g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, pecans, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract. Pour over the crust and smooth the top.
- Toss apple slices with sugar and cinnamon. Spoon over cheesecake and sprinkle with pecans. Bake for 60–70 minutes until edges puffed and center set but slightly jiggly.
- Run a knife around the edge. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp apples like Granny Smith for best flavor and texture.
- Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese, are at room temperature.
- Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent sinking.
- Chill cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: apple cheesecake, spiced apples, graham cracker crust, fall dessert, creamy cheesecake