Description
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate fall dessert: Apple Cider Cheesecake! This creamy delight combines the tangy sweetness of fresh apple cider with a rich, velvety cheesecake texture that evokes the cozy comforts of autumn. Perfect for any occasion—whether a casual family dinner or a festive holiday gathering—each slice feels like a warm hug, making it a cherished treat among loved ones. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Dive into this delicious adventure and create sweet memories with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups digestive cookies or graham crackers
- ½ cup melted butter
- 3 cups fresh apple cider
- 3 bricks cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- mulling spices
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup reduced apple cider
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider by boiling with mulling spices until thickened (about 1 hour). Let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine crushed cookies, melted butter, salt, and powdered sugar. Press into an 8-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Lower oven temperature to 325°F. Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth, then mix in reduced cider, sour cream, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add eggs one at a time and flour; mix gently to avoid overbeating.
- Pour filling into crust and bake in a water bath for about 90 minutes until edges are set but center is still slightly wobbly.
- Cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar for about 30 minutes before chilling overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (104g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 289mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 88mg