Apple Cider Cheesecake
This creamy apple cider cheesecake captures all the flavors of fall in a single decadent dessert. A spiced graham cracker crust and apple cider-infused filling make this the perfect treat for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Filling:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider, reduced to 2 tablespoons
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- For the Topping (Optional):
- Caramel sauce
- Apple slices
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the reduced apple cider and sour cream, and mix until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is just slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Then, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Before serving, release the sides of the springform pan. Drizzle with caramel sauce and garnish with apple slices, if desired.
Notes
For a richer apple flavor, use a high-quality apple cider and reduce it slowly to concentrate the taste. Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
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