The Tipsy Choco-Fudge Cheesecake

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Apple Pie Base

• 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup Apple Pie filling (from a can), pureed in a food processor

Whiskey & Chocolate Filling

• 24 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened (3 containers)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup whiskey
• 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled

Fudge Brownie Topping

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Let's start with the crust.

Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Now let's move on to the filling.

Using a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add the heavy cream and beat until well incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the whiskey and melted chocolate until fully combined.

Pour the mixture onto the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Finally, let's make the topping.

Melt the butter, granulated sugar, salt, and chopped chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Add the egg and whisk until well incorporated. Stir in the flour until fully combined.

Spread the topping over the baked cheesecake. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the topping is set and the edges are slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Enjoy The Tipsy Choco-Fudge Cheesecake, a perfect blend of flavors and textures!