Description

Indulge in the creamy goodness of Apple Butter Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of rich cream cheese and sweet apple butter atop a crunchy graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (204 g) graham cracker crumbs

½ teaspoon cinnamon

½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter

melted

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese

softened

1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

2 cups (476 g) heavy cream

¾ teaspoon fresh lemon juice

½ cup (120 g) apple butter

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cinnamon, and melted butter until well mixed.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the sugar and mix until well combined.
Add heavy cream, lemon juice, and apple butter to the cream cheese mixture, and beat until light and fluffy.
Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the center is set.
Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider drizzling caramel sauce on top before serving. Ensure the cheesecake is chilled thoroughly for the best texture.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 30
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Protein: 3g

Keywords: Apple Butter Cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake, apple butter, graham cracker crust