Description
This Apple Pie Cheesecake combines the warm, spiced flavors of classic apple pie with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Featuring a cinnamon-spiced graham cracker crust and a smooth apple-infused cheesecake filling, it’s a delicious dessert perfect for any occasion, blending the best of fall flavors into one decadent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 4 red apples (cored, peeled, and diced)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 cup lightly packed brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp flour
Crust
- 1 ½ cups (160g) graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Cook the diced apples with brown sugar and the spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice) over medium heat, covered, for 15 minutes until they are softened. Remove the lid and continue cooking, stirring frequently until the mixture reduces and most of the moisture evaporates.
- Make the crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with cinnamon and melted unsalted butter until evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 7-inch springform cake pan lined with parchment paper to form the crust.
- Blend the filling: In a blender or food processor, combine the softened apple mixture, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and flour. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the blended filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top evenly.
- Prepare water bath: Place a baking pan filled with 1 inch of water on the bottom rack of the oven to create a water bath, which helps the cheesecake bake evenly and prevents cracking.
- Bake the cheesecake: Place the cheesecake on the middle rack of the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes. The cheesecake should be jiggly in the center when done.
- Cool and chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate it for at least 6 hours before unmolding and slicing to ensure it sets properly.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Using a water bath helps prevent cracks and keeps the texture creamy.
- Letting the cheesecake chill overnight will improve flavor and texture even more.
- Red apples are preferred for their sweetness and texture, but you can substitute with any firm, sweet apple variety.
- Make sure to reduce the cooked apples thoroughly to avoid adding excess moisture to the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple pie cheesecake, spiced cheesecake, fall dessert, baked cheesecake, apple dessert
