Description
Apple Cider Cheesecake is a delightful autumn-inspired dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of apple cider. Topped with a luscious caramel drizzle, this indulgent cheesecake is perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Its unique flavor profile and beautiful presentation will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup apple cider (preferably fresh)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, apple cider, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sour cream; mix until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an hour to cool gradually.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving. Drizzle with caramel sauce before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting some apple cider with pear juice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.