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Caramel Apple Crisp Cheesecake Recipe

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This Caramel Apple Crisp Cheesecake is a luscious dessert combining a graham cracker crust with a creamy apple-flavored cheesecake filling, topped with a rich homemade caramel sauce and optional candied pecans for added crunch. Baked in a water bath for a smooth texture, this treat expertly balances sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors perfect for fall or any special occasion.

  • Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 - 250g packages Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed

Caramel Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed, divided
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup 35% whipping cream
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Optional Topping:

  • Candied pecans or other nuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare Caramel Sauce: Although step 1 is a heading, the caramel sauce is created later. Follow steps 9-10 to make the sauce.
  2. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
  3. Prepare Springform Pan: Wrap a 6-inch springform pan with a double layer of aluminum foil along the bottom and sides, extending above the top edges to prevent water from leaking into the pan during the water bath.
  4. Make Crust: In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and cinnamon until coarse crumbs form. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the wrapped springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool. Place the prepared pan inside a shallow roasting pan.
  5. Mix Cheesecake Batter: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract with a mixer until smooth and blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Stir in thawed apple juice concentrate gently. Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust.
  6. Set Up Water Bath: Boil water using a kettle. Pour boiling water into the roasting pan around the springform pan until it reaches about 1 to 1½ inches up the side of the foil-wrapped pan, ensuring even baking and preventing cracks.
  7. Bake Cheesecake: Place the roasting pan with the water bath in the preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool and Chill: Let the cheesecake stand in the water bath until the water cools to room temperature. Then remove the foil and refrigerate the cheesecake until completely chilled, at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
  9. Prepare Caramel Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 2 tablespoons of the thawed apple juice concentrate. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Boil for 5 minutes without whisking but swirl the pan occasionally to prevent burning.
  10. Finish Caramel Sauce: Remove from heat and add butter—mixture will bubble and foam. Stir until smooth, then whisk in whipping cream, remaining apple juice concentrate, and cinnamon. Cool the sauce and refrigerate until chilled.
  11. Assemble the Dessert: Carefully remove the chilled cheesecake from the springform pan bottom. Drizzle with the cold caramel sauce and sprinkle with optional candied pecans or nuts. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Wrapping the springform pan with foil prevents water from leaking into the cheesecake during the water bath baking.
  • Using a water bath ensures a creamy, crack-free cheesecake.
  • Allow the cheesecake to chill thoroughly for best texture and flavor.
  • Optional nuts add a nice crunchy texture and complement the caramel and apple flavors.
  • Frozen apple juice concentrate adds a vibrant apple flavor without extra liquid affecting the batter consistency.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/caramel-apple-crisp-cheesecake-recipe/