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Decadent Caramel Cheesecake

Indulge in the ultimate Decadent Caramel Cheesecake, a creamy blend of tangy cheesecake, sweet apples, and rich caramel, perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup apple pie filling
  • 1 fresh apple, chopped
  • to garnish extra crumbled graham crackers
  • to drizzle extra caramel sauce

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil For water bath

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease the springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in melted butter and press into the pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream until smooth.
  4. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust, then spoon on the apple pie filling and drizzle with half of the caramel sauce.
  5. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top, spreading it to the edges.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
  7. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for an hour.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool on the counter, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
  9. Before serving, run a knife around the edge of the pan, release the springform, and garnish with crumbled graham crackers, fresh apples, and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 6gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Always use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. If you're missing ingredients, substitutes like digestive biscuits or Greek yogurt work well. Patience is key during cooling; letting it chill overnight improves flavors. Try different garnishes for a unique presentation, and leftovers taste better after a day!
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