Description
Silky smooth apple butter cheesecake marries creamy richness with spiced autumn warmth. Rich cream cheese and caramelized apple butter create a luxurious dessert that transports you to cozy kitchen memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 packages (8 ounces / 226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (476 grams) heavy cream
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (204 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (120 grams) apple butter
Spices and Flavoring:
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Binding and Base Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine, sandy particles and blend with warm ground cinnamon in a medium mixing vessel.
- Drizzle melted butter across the cracker mixture, stirring until the texture becomes uniformly moistened and compact.
- Carefully press the crumbly foundation into the base and lower walls of a circular springform baking pan, creating an even layer.
- Temporarily chill the prepared crust in the refrigerator to solidify its structure while assembling the creamy filling.
- Using an electric mixer, transform cream cheese and granulated sugar into a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Gradually incorporate heavy cream and freshly squeezed lemon juice, whipping continuously until the mixture achieves a light, airy texture.
- Gently cascade the velvety filling into the chilled graham cracker foundation.
- Artfully distribute dollops of rich apple butter across the surface, then use a knife to create elegant swirling patterns throughout the cheesecake.
- Allow the dessert to rest and set completely by refrigerating for a minimum of six hours or preferably overnight, enabling the flavors to meld and the texture to become perfectly firm.
Notes
- Prepare the crust beforehand to create a sturdy, cinnamon-infused base that complements the creamy cheesecake filling.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture that blends perfectly with sugar and cream.
- Swirl apple butter gently to create beautiful marbled patterns that add visual appeal and burst of fruity flavor.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 6 hours to allow it to set completely and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Opt for a springform pan to easily remove the cheesecake without damaging its delicate structure.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to elevate the overall taste and presentation of this decadent dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 508
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 97 mg