Caramel Apple Cheesecake Delight (Print View)

Sweet apples and caramel swirl through creamy cheesecake over a crisp graham crust.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

03 - 1 1/2 cups canned apple pie filling
04 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature

→ Topping

08 - 1/4 cup caramel sauce
09 - 1/2 cup apple pie filling

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
02 - Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl until crumbs are evenly moistened.
03 - Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 7-inch springform pan.
04 - Evenly spoon apple pie filling over the prepared crust.
05 - Whip cream cheese in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Blend in sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until fully combined and smooth.
06 - Pour the cream cheese mixture over the apple pie filling and smooth the surface.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, until the center is set.
08 - Allow the cheesecake to cool completely to room temperature.
09 - Gently heat 1/2 cup apple pie filling with caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat for 1 minute, stirring until combined.
10 - Spoon the apple-caramel topping over the cheesecake and spread evenly. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Notes:

01 - For cleaner slices, chill the cheesecake for several hours or overnight before serving.