Description
Creamy apple butter cheesecake blends rich cream cheese with spiced autumn flavors. Warm cinnamon and smooth apple butter create a delightful dessert you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup apple butter
Crust Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter (113 grams)
Spices and Extras:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the springform pan by greasing and set oven temperature to 325F for optimal baking conditions.
- Create a sturdy crust by thoroughly mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly and evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Craft the cheesecake filling by blending cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky smooth consistency, then incorporate eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg, ensuring complete integration of ingredients.
- Layer the cheesecake by pouring approximately half the batter over the prepared crust, strategically placing dollops of apple butter across the surface, then gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect; complete the layering by adding remaining batter.
- Position the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, monitoring until the center sets and maintains a slight wobble without appearing liquid.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to achieve optimal texture and flavor development.
- When ready to serve, carefully remove from springform pan and garnish with optional whipped cream for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother, lump-free mixing, preventing grainy texture in the cheesecake.
- Swirl apple butter gently to create beautiful marbled patterns without overmixing the batter.
- Use a water bath technique to prevent cracking and achieve a silky, even baking process for the cheesecake.
- Substitute graham cracker crust with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg