APPLE PECAN CHEESECAKE

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This dessert definitely represents my area of the country! The recipe is an original that I developed after experimenting and combining parts of several other recipes. So I can claim this recipe as my very own! -Barbara Martin Thompson, Pollock Pines, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
APPLE TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash ground nutmeg
1/2 cup lemon juice
6 medium Granny Smith or tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine crust ingredients; press into the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up sides of a 9-in. springform pan. Refrigerate., For topping, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg in a Dutch oven; stir in lemon juice. Add apples. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or just until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans. Cool to room temperature. Set aside 3 tablespoons for filling; refrigerate remaining topping until serving., Combine the cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla in a large bowl; mix until well blended. Add reserved topping; mix well. Pour into crust., Bake at 350° for 50 minutes. Turn oven off, but leave cheesecake in oven with door ajar for 1 hour. Cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Just before serving, top with apple topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BM Alamin
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This recipe seems a bit complicated, but I'm up for a challenge.


Michael Sutherland
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients for this recipe, but I'm going to give it a try anyway.


Puskar Pangeni
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


RASHID V BP ANGADI
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one was actually pretty good. I liked the apple pecan topping.


Arman Vlogs70
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The cheesecake didn't turn out quite right for me. I think I overbaked it.


Olanrewaju Morenikeji Yetunde
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Azlan Samran
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I love the combination of apples and pecans in this cheesecake. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Hopceen Mokiwa
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The cheesecake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.


Umar Ibrahim
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it. He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


cali maduana
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This cheesecake was so good, I ate two pieces before I realized what I was doing. The crust was flaky and buttery, the filling was creamy and smooth, and the apples and pecans added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Mehar Shab
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I've been looking for a good apple pecan cheesecake recipe for ages, and this one is definitely a keeper. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious and beautiful cheesecake.


nyang'au boaz
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This apple pecan cheesecake was a hit at my holiday party! The combination of sweet apples, crunchy pecans, and creamy cheesecake was perfect. I especially loved the pecan streusel topping. It added a nice touch of texture and flavor.


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