Description
Indulge in the creamy, decadent delight of Caramel Apple Swirl Cheesecake. With a buttery graham cracker crust, luscious caramel-apple swirls, and a velvety cheesecake filling, this dessert is the perfect way to embrace the flavors of fall.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (55g) brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons (85g) butter, melted
For the Swirl Mixture:
- 1 cup (220g) brown sugar
- 1/3 cup (39g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (76g) butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Batter:
- 32 oz (907g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (220g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Frosting:
- 6 tablespoons (85g) cream cheese
- 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl until well combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
2. Make the Swirl Mixture:
- Combine brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
- Stir in melted butter until smooth and slightly thickened.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Batter:
- Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing well.
- Mix in sour cream, followed by eggs, one at a time.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
- Spoon dollops of the swirl mixture on top.
- Repeat with the remaining batter and swirl mixture.
- Use a knife to create a marbled effect.
5. Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the springform pan in a water bath.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 60-75 minutes, until edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside for one hour.
6. Chill the Cheesecake:
- Cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
7. Make the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Pipe frosting onto chilled cheesecake and dust with cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American