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Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake – Perfect for Thanksgiving

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A decadent fusion of creamy cheesecake, spiced apple pie filling, and luscious salted caramel — perfect for fall and holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 6 tbsp melted butter

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 oz cream cheese (softened)

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 3 large eggs

Apple Pie Topping:

  • 3 apples, peeled and diced

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ⅛ tsp nutmeg

  • 2 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water

Salted Caramel Sauce:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 6 tbsp butter

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • ½ to 1 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare and bake crust in a springform pan for 10 mins.

  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour. Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs. Pour into crust.

  • Bake in a water bath for 55–65 mins. Cool gradually, then chill 4 hours or overnight.

  • Cook apples with butter, sugar, and spices. Thicken with cornstarch slurry. Cool.

  • Make caramel by melting sugar, then whisking in butter, cream, and salt. Cool.

  • Assemble: Top cheesecake with apples and caramel. Chill or serve slightly warmed.

Notes

Store refrigerated. Freeze base without toppings for up to 2 months. Use mixed apple varieties for best flavor.

Find it online: https://thefoodaunt.com/salted-caramel-apple-cheesecake-perfect-for-thanksgiving/