Apple Caramel Delight Cheesecake

Cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts to make. Especially when I want to serve something extra-special to guests. And they are really quite simple to put together. It just takes a little practice and and a morsel or two of confidence! As Julia Child used to say…you must be fearless in the kitchen!

For this recipe you’ll need a springform pan. This makes for easy removal of the cheesecake when you’re ready to serve it.

Also, many people worry about having cracks on the top of a cheesecake. Some like to bake the cheesecake in a large pan of water, or with a pan of water that sits on the rack below the cheesecake.

Please note that I am NOT adding any special instructions to prevent cracks for this cheesecake. Because, for this recipe you do not need to worry about such things! This dessert has a lovely apple and caramel topping. No one is going to notice if you have a crack or two!

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Ingredients for Apple Caramel Delight Cheesecake

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Place graham crackers into a plastic bag and crush using a rolling pin. One cup is almost a full sleeve of graham crackers.

Optionally, you may place the crackers in the bowl of a food processor and mix until finely ground.

Peel, core, and dice the apples into small tidbits. Place in a bowl and mix with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Set aside until ready to use.

I like to use Granny Smith apples for their tartness and how they hold up in when baking. But if you have a favorite apple in the fridge, go ahead and use it. 

Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until melted, about 20-30 seconds.

In a medium bowl, combine the crushed graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and finely chopped pecans. Stir to mix.

Pour in the melted butter and mix until everything is moistened.

Press the crumbs onto the bottom of a lightly greased springform pan, making sure to spread to the edges. Press firmly. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Allow to cool while you work on the rest of the recipe.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.

Add large eggs, one at a time, beating on low just until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.

Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust.

In a small bowl, sprinkle the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon over the prepared apple tidbits. Stir to combine.

Spoon the apple mixture over the cheesecake filling.

Place pan in the middle of the oven on a middle rack. Bake in preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons caramel topping.

Allow the cheesecake to cool for 1 hour. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours in refrigerator, or better still, overnight.

When ready to serve, remove sides of springform pan. Slice into triangular pieces. Just before serving, garnish with whipped cream and more caramel sauce, if desired.

You may refrigerate leftovers for up to a week in a tightly covered container. This recipe will serve 10-12 people, depending on how thick your slices are!

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