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Apple Cider Cheesecake

Creamy Apple Cider Cheesecake for Cozy Fall Gatherings

This Creamy Apple Cider Cheesecake transforms an autumn staple into a velvety delight that will leave your friends and family raving.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 10 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups Digestive Cookies or Graham Crackers Use gluten-free options for a gluten-free cheesecake.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Unsalted for better flavor control.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Sea salt adds a delightful twist.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
Filling
  • 3 cups Fresh Apple Cider Honeycrisp cider works beautifully.
  • 1 tablespoon Mulling Spices Optional for depth (cloves, allspice, nutmeg).
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it’s at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark varieties are both tasty.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract yields the best results.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Full-fat is preferred for richness.
  • 1/3 cup Reduced Apple Cider Concentrated flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Ceylon cinnamon for nuanced taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for better emulsification.
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour Can be omitted for gluten-free.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • stand mixer
  • 8-inch Springform Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a saucepan, reduce 3 cups of fresh apple cider with optional mulling spices until thick and reduced to about 1/3 cup.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your springform pan.
  3. Combine crust ingredients and press mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  4. Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth, then mix in sour cream, vanilla, salt, and reduced cider. Add eggs one at a time, then fold in flour.
  5. Pour filling into the cooled crust and bake in a water bath for 80-90 minutes.
  6. Cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Use a water bath to prevent cracks.

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