Description
Apple Cider Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With its creamy texture and sweet, tangy apple cider flavor, this cheesecake is perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, it’s a seasonal showstopper that will impress your guests and warm your heart. Get ready to indulge in this rich, flavorful treat that smells as enchanting as it tastes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh apple cider
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, apple cider, cinnamon, and vanilla until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the filling onto the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and crack open the door; let cool inside for an hour before transferring to the fridge.
- Chill for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg