Description

If you’re craving the ultimate fall dessert, this Salted Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake is the irresistible fusion you’ve been waiting for. Rich, creamy cheesecake meets spiced apple pie, all layered over a graham cracker crust and topped with brown sugar crumble and a salted caramel drizzle. It’s the perfect showstopper for Thanksgiving, potlucks, dinner parties, or cozy family weekends. With bold flavors and gorgeous textures, it also ranks high in the world of easy recipes, holiday dessert ideas, and comforting food ideas you can make ahead. Whether you’re searching for a decadent dessert, a new cheesecake twist, or something to wow your guests, this one delivers big flavor and pure satisfaction.

Ingredients

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

24 oz cream cheese, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1/2 cup sour cream

2 apples, diced

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup salted caramel sauce

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup brown sugar (for crumble)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for crumble)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a springform pan with parchment and foil wrap.

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar; press into pan. Bake 10 minutes and cool.

3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, then eggs one at a time. Fold in sour cream.

4. Toss apples with cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread over the cooled crust.

5. Pour cheesecake batter over apples and smooth the top.

6. Make crumble by mixing flour, brown sugar, and butter until coarse crumbs form. Sprinkle on top.

7. Bake in a water bath for 55–65 minutes until center is nearly set.

8. Cool at room temp, then chill overnight.

9. Drizzle salted caramel before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Be sure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.

A water bath prevents cracking and ensures an evenly baked cheesecake.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 260mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: cheesecake, salted caramel, apple dessert, fall recipes, easy dessert, thanksgiving dessert