Description
A delightful cheesecake that combines creamy texture with the sweet and tangy flavors of apple cider, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until well mixed. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, mixing until combined. Add the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one at a time. Finally, pour in the apple cider and mix until everything is combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust and smooth the top. Bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly. Let it cool in the pan for about an hour.
- Mix sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to create a smooth topping. Spread this mixture across the top of the cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
- Remove the sides of the springform pan and slice into wedges. Top each slice with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh apple slices for garnish.
Notes
Optional: To customize, consider adding cloves or ginger to the filling or swirling in caramel sauce before baking. Serve with whipped cream and enjoy with spiced chai or cider.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg