Homemade Apple Cheesecake
A comforting apple cheesecake that balances creamy cheese with the tartness of apples, creating a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 270 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages cream cheese
- 2 apples, diced
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 graham cracker crust
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture by beating the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add the sugar and eggs, mixing until combined.
- Incorporate the diced apples and cinnamon gently.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the graham cracker crust.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles.
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Notes
For variations, try adding nuts, pumpkin puree, or chocolate chips. A drizzle of caramel and whipped cream enhhances the serving experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: apple cheesecake, dessert, baking, comfort food, family favorite