Luxurious Caramel Apple Cheesecake!

Introduction: There’s no better way to celebrate the flavors of autumn than with a Luxurious Caramel Apple Cheesecake. This rich and creamy dessert combines the best of both worlds—tart apples, sweet caramel, and a velvety cheesecake filling all layered on top of a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with a decadent swirl of homemade caramel sauce and fresh apple slices, this cheesecake is sure to impress at any gathering. Whether it’s for a holiday dinner, a birthday celebration, or just a special treat, this cheesecake brings together the cozy flavors of fall in every bite.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:

3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
For the Caramel Apple Topping:

2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
For the Homemade Caramel Sauce (optional):

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
How to Make:

Prepare the Crust: