Gourmet Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Gourmet Caramel Apple Cheesecake Extravaganza 

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• Crust:

•  2 cups graham cracker crumbs
•  1/2 cup melted butter
•  1/4 cup sugar

• Filling:

•  3 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 
• 1 cup sugar
•  1 tsp vanilla extract
•  3 eggs
•  1/2 cup sour cream
•  1/4 cup flour

• Topping:

•  3 apples, sliced
• 1/2 cup sugar
•  1 tsp cinnamon
•  1/4 tsp nutmeg
•  1/4 cup butter
•  1/2 cup caramel sauce
•  Whipped cream (optional)

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Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 mins and cool.

Prepare the Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and flour. Pour over crust.

Bake: Place pan in a water bath. Bake for 50-60 mins until set. Cool in oven with door ajar for 1 hour, then chill for 4 hours or overnight.

Cook Topping: Melt butter in a skillet. Add apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook until apples are tender and caramelized. Cool slightly.

Assemble: Top chilled cheesecake with caramelized apples and drizzle with caramel sauce. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.

🍮 Savor the luxurious blend of caramel and apple in every bite! 🥧🥧