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Autumn Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with this irresistible Autumn Spiced Apple Cheesecake! A buttery pecan crust cradles a creamy, spiced cream cheese filling, topped with a luscious layer of cinnamon-kissed apples. This stunning dessert is perfect for Thanksgiving, fall gatherings, or a cozy night in. Easy to make, yet elegant enough for any occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 371 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Autumn Cheesecake

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter
  • 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping) and 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (optional for crust)

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How to Make Autumn Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake the crust: Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
  4. Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese with 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add eggs: Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust.
  7. Prepare the apple topping: In a separate bowl, toss 3 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, with ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  8. Add apple topping: Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the cream cheese filling.
  9. Add pecans: Sprinkle ½ cup chopped pecans over the apples.
  10. Bake the cheesecake: Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the center is just set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  11. Cool completely: Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  12. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
  13. Optional: Add ½ cup finely chopped pecans to the crust for extra crunch.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

119g

Fat

51g

Carbs

12g

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