Apple Harvest Caramel Delight Cheesecake

Ingredients

Apple Pie Base

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

New York-Style Filling

• 32 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese (4 containers)
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Caramel Macchiato Topping

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder

Instructions

Apple Pie Base

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a small bowl, mix the chopped apples with ground cinnamon and nutmeg. Evenly spread the apple mixture over the graham cracker crust.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool while preparing the filling.

New York-Style Filling

1. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Gradually add the sugar, beating until well combined and smooth.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
5. Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, flour, and salt until fully incorporated.
6. Pour the cream cheese filling over the apple pie crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
8. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
9. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Caramel Macchiato Topping

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the caramel sauce and instant espresso powder until fully combined and smooth.
3. Let the topping cool slightly before pouring it evenly over the chilled cheesecake.

Serving

1. Carefully remove the chilled cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
2. Slice and serve the cheesecake chilled. Enjoy your rich and decadent Apple Harvest Caramel Delight Cheesecake!