Description
Creamy apple cider cheesecake delights with rich, tangy notes that dance across palates like autumn’s gentle whisper. Warm spices and silky smooth texture invite you to savor each memorable bite of this seasonal dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) apple cider
- 2 cups (300 grams) diced apples, peeled and cored
Crust and Spice Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Topping and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the foundation for the dessert by mixing graham cracker crumbs with butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press this mixture into a greased springform pan, creating a uniform base. Bake at 350F for 8-10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whip cream cheese until silky and smooth. Gradually incorporate sugar and vanilla, ensuring a consistent blend. Introduce eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a velvety texture.
- Infuse the filling with apple cider, blending in cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until the mixture achieves a harmonious consistency. Pour the liquid filling over the cooled crust, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes. The center should set with a gentle wobble. Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to stabilize temperature and prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and allow to reach room temperature. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to enhance flavor and set completely.
- Create a vibrant topping by combining diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice. Just before serving, garnish the chilled cheesecake with the spiced apple mixture and optional whipped cream for a final flourish.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese completely at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing to achieve a silky cheesecake texture.
- Use fresh apple cider for robust flavor; avoid overly sweet varieties that might make the dessert too sugary.
- Prevent cracks by baking in a water bath and avoiding overmixing the batter, which can incorporate excess air.
- Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 359 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 221 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 88 mg