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Classic Baked Apple Pie Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Swirl

A rich, creamy apple pie cheesecake with a crumb topping, heavily drizzled with thick caramel sauce.
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Make a rich, creamy cheesecake topped with spiced apple pie filling and finished with a salted caramel drizzle. This dessert combines two favorites into one showstopper.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups prepared apple pie filling (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  2. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly.
  3. Prepare the cheesecake batter: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1 1/2 cups sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Spoon the apple pie filling evenly over the batter layer. Gently pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the apple filling.
  5. Create a water bath: Place the foil-wrapped springform pan inside a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
  6. Bake for 60 to 75 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  7. Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour.
  8. Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cool, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. Before serving, remove the springform ring. Drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.

Notes

  • For the best texture, bring your cream cheese and eggs to room temperature before starting the batter.
  • If you prefer a thicker apple layer, use 3 cups of apple pie filling.
  • Chill the cheesecake completely before slicing to prevent cracking and ensure clean cuts.

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