Best 10 Caramel And Apple Cheesecake Recipes

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When it comes to dessert, caramel and apple cheesecake is a timeless classic that combines the gooey sweetness of caramel, the tartness of apples, and the creamy richness of cheesecake. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, finding the perfect recipe for this delectable treat can be daunting. With so many variations available, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin. The key to making a truly exceptional caramel and apple cheesecake lies not only in the quality of the ingredients but also in the careful balance of flavors and textures. In this article, we'll take you on a journey through the world of caramel and apple cheesecakes, exploring the different elements that make up this delicious dessert. We'll provide tips for selecting the best ingredients, suggest flavor combinations to elevate your cheesecake, and guide you through the process of assembling and baking this classic treat. Whether you're a cheesecake enthusiast or simply seeking a new dessert adventure, let's embark on a culinary adventure to find the ultimate caramel and apple cheesecake recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and create lasting memories.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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Apple pie filling and melted caramel topping are a sublime variation to cheesecake.

Provided by Lucky Leaf Fruit Filling

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Lucky Leaf®

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (21 ounce) can LUCKY LEAF® Premium Apple Fruit Filling
1 (9 inch) graham cracker crust
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
¼ cup caramel topping
12 pecan halves
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the over to 350 degrees. Reserve 3/4 cup of apple filling; set aside. Spoon the remaining filling into the crust. Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add the eggs and mix well. Pour this over the LUCKY LEAF Apple Fruit Filling. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the center of the cake is set. Cool to room temperature.
  • Mix the reserved LUCKY LEAF Apple Fruit Filling and caramel topping in a small saucepan and heat for about 1 minute, or until spreadable. Spoon the apple-caramel mixture over the top of the cheesecake and spread evenly. Decorate the edge of the cake with pecan halves and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 72.1 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 282.9 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 2h32m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

8 whole graham crackers
1 cup lightly toasted walnuts, divided
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature (recommended: Philadelphia)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed light muscovado sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 large vanilla bean, seeds scraped
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 recipe Apple Mixture, recipe follows
1 recipe Apple Caramel Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups apple juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 vanilla bean, reserved from the cheesecake mixture
1 tablespoon cold butter
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
3 Fuji apples, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
1/4 cup apple brandy (recommended: Calvados)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup heavy cream
Pinch salt
3 tablespoons apple brandy (recommended: Calvados)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the graham crackers, 1/2 cup of the walnuts and brown sugar in a food processor and process until finely ground. With the motor running, add the butter through the feed tube and process until the mixture just comes together. Spray the bottom and side of the pan with cooking spray. Pat the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until lightly golden brown and just set, about 8 minutes. Remove to a baking rack and let cool completely.
  • Combine 1/4 cup of the sugar and the orange zest in a food processor and process until combined.
  • Place the cream cheese in the bowl of a stand fixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the orange sugar, remaining granulated sugar, and light muscovado sugar and beat again until the sugar is incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs, 1 at a time and mix until just incorporated, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl. Add the vanilla seeds and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Add the salt and heavy cream and mix until just combined.
  • Scrape the mixture into the prepared pan. Set the cheesecake pan on a large piece of heavy duty aluminum foil and fold up the sides around it. Place the cake pan in a large roasting pan. Pour hot tap water into the roasting pan until the water is about halfway up the sides of the cheesecake pan; the foil will keep the water from seeping into the cheesecake. Bake until the sides of the cake are slightly puffed and set and the center still jiggles, about 55 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off and prop the door open with a wooden spoon and allow the cake to cook in the water bath for 1 hour. Remove the cake to a baking rack and allow to cool to room temperature for 2 hours. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours until chilled through.
  • Top with the warm apple topping, drizzle liberally with the caramel sauce and sprinkle with the remaining toasted walnuts. Serve additional sauce on the side.
  • Bring apple juice, sugar and vanilla bean to a boil in a large saute pan over high heat and cook until slightly thickened and reduced to 1/2 cup. Stir in the butter until melted. Add the apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized and soft. Add the apple brandy and cook until reduced by 1/2. Transfer the apples to a plate and let cool slightly.
  • Place sugar and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat (do not stir), swirling the pot occasionally to even out the color, until amber in color, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • While the caramel is cooking. Place the heavy cream in a small pan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • When the caramel has reached the desired color, slowly whisk in the heavy cream and salt and whisk until smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the apple brandy and vanilla extract. Keep warm.

CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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This apple cheesecake won the grand prize in an apple recipe contest. With caramel both on the bottom and over the top, every bite is sinfully delicious. -Lisa Morman, Minot, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 8 whole crackers)
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups chopped peeled apples
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of prepared pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook and stir caramels and milk until melted and smooth. Pour 1 cup over crust; sprinkle with 1/4 cup pecans. Set remaining caramel mixture aside. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 tablespoon flour and remaining sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Combine the apples, cinnamon and remaining flour; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour into crust., Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake for 40 minutes. Reheat reserved caramel mixture if necessary; gently spoon over cheesecake. Sprinkle with remaining pecans., Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until center is just set. Remove pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PHILADELPHIA® 3-STEP® CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



PHILADELPHIA® 3-STEP® Caramel Apple Cheesecake image

It's hard to say what we like best about this caramel-apple cheesecake. Is it the caramel-apple thing-or that we can make it in just three simple steps?

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 3h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 egg s
1/3 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1 ready-to-use graham cracker crumb crust (6 oz.)
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/4 cup chopped PLANTERS Salted Peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended. Stir in juice concentrate.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Bake 40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Drizzle with topping and sprinkle with peanuts just before serving. Store leftover cheesecake in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 28 g, Protein 7 g

CARAMEL APPLE CRUMBLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: graham cracker, brown sugar, butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, white sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla extract, green apples, rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, caramel sauce

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups graham cracker, crumbled
⅛ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup butter
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 green apples, peeled and thinly sliced
¼ cup rolled oats
¼ cup flour
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted
caramel sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a bowl, mix the crust ingredients.
  • Press into the bottom of a greased 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan.
  • Bake for 5 minutes.
  • In another bowl, mix all the filling ingredients except the apples.
  • In another bowl, mix all the topping ingredients except the caramel.
  • Spread the filling over the graham cracker crust, then layer the apple slices on top.
  • Sprinkle the topping mix evenly over the apple layer. .
  • Bake for 30 minutes
  • Drizzle on caramel sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 31 grams

FRESH CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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Perfect blend of cheesecake, caramel, and apple. Great for the fall or anytime else!

Provided by Tia the Baker

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¾ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup melted margarine
2 cups individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
½ cup heavy whipping cream
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 cups diced Granny Smith apples

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs and 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl; add margarine and mix well. Spoon mixture into the prepared pan and press into the bottom, forming a crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and reduce temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Melt caramels and cream together in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Reserve 1 cup caramel for cheesecake filling and refrigerate the rest until serving time.
  • Beat cream cheese together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth; add 1/2 cup white sugar and beat until combined, scraping sides and beaters as needed. Add sour cream and vanilla extract and beat until well combined. Add eggs and beat at low speed just until incorporated.
  • Fold 1 cup caramel sauce and apples into cream cheese mixture; pour over the crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) and continue baking until center is mostly set, 75 to 90 minutes. Cool completely to room temperature; refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
  • Heat reserved caramel sauce and drizzle over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 92.5 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 340.7 mg, Sugar 40.6 g

EASY CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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I haven't made this yet but plan to soon! I just LOVE cooked apples and cheesecake so what a perfect match! (time does not include chill time).

Provided by jovigirl

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3 eggs
1 1/4 cups apple pie filling
1 -2 tablespoon chopped peanuts
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Spray 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine crumbs and butter in small bowl. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake 9 minutes; cool.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer until well blended. Add eggs and beat well.
  • Pour cream cheese mixture over crust. Bake 40-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Refrigerate at least 3 hours. Carefully run knife around edge to loosen pan. Remove side of pan.
  • Spread apple filling over top of cake. Sprinkle peanuts over apple filling and drizzle with caramel topping. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.9, Fat 25.8, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 119.2, Sodium 310.8, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 20.4, Protein 5.9

CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Caramel Apple Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups chopped peeled apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping, divided
sweetened whipped cream
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine the first five ingredients; press onto the bottom of a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes; cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add eggs; beat on low just until combined.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Pour over crust.
  • Toss apples with lemon juice, sugar and cinnamon; spoon over filling.
  • Place cheesecake/pan in a large rectangular baking pan filled with 2 inches of hot water; place in 350 degree oven and bake for 55-60 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Remove cheesecake from oven and water-filled pan and cool on a wire rack to 10 minutes.
  • Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen.
  • Drizzle with 4 tablespoons caramel topping.
  • Cool for 1 hour.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove sides of pan.
  • Just before serving, garnish with whipped cream.
  • Drizzle with remaining caramel; sprinkle with pecans.
  • Store in refrigerator.

CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL APPLE TOPPING



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Years ago, I decided to dress up my basic cheesecake by adding a topping of caramel apple slices. The rich, sweet-tart dessert is especially popular during fall and winter. -Joan Huggins, Waynesboro, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 cups topping).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon brown sugar
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 large eggs, beaten
TOPPING:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, butter and brown sugar. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in extracts. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust., Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight., For topping, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apples and lemon juice. Cook and stir for 5-7 minutes or until apples are tender. Add brown sugar and cinnamon; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until brown sugar is dissolved. Cool slightly. Serve with cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts :

BOBBY FLAY'S CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE



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Yield serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 27

Cooking spray
8 whole graham crackers
1 cup lightly toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
3 (8-ounce) packages Philadelphia cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons finely packed light muscovado sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 large vanilla bean, seeds scraped out, seeds and pods reserved
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups apple juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cold
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
3 Fuji apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1/4 cup Calvados or other apple brandy
1/2 cup crème fraîche
Apple-Caramel Sauce (recipe follows)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup heavy cream, hot
Pinch of fine salt
3 tablespoons Calvados or other apple brandy
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • To make the cheesecake, preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine the graham crackers, 1/2 cup of the walnuts, and the brown sugar in a food processor and process until finely ground. With the motor running, add the butter through the feed tube and process until the mixture just comes together. Pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, place it on a baking sheet, and bake in the oven until light golden brown and just set, about 8 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Combine 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar and the orange zest in a food processor, and process until combined.
  • Put the cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, and beat until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the orange sugar, remaining 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and the muscovado sugar, and beat until the sugar is incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix until just incorporated, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl. Add the vanilla seeds (save the pod for the apples), vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until combined. Add the heavy cream and mix until just combined.
  • Scrape the mixture into the cooled crust. Set the springform pan on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, and fold the foil up the sides to surround it. Set the pan in a large roasting pan. Pour hot tap water into the roasting pan until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the springform pan (the foil will keep the water from seeping into the cheesecake). Bake until the edges of the cake are slightly puffed and set and the center still jiggles, about 55 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat, prop the oven door open with a wooden spoon, and leave the cheesecake in the water bath in the oven for 1 hour.
  • Remove the springform from the water bath, place it on a wire rack, and cool to room temperature, 2 hours. Then cover the pan and refrigerate until the cheesecake is chilled through, at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • To cook the apples, bring the apple juice, sugar, and reserved vanilla bean pod to a boil in a large sauté pan over high heat. Cook until slightly thickened and reduced to 1/2 cup, 10 minutes. Remove the vanilla bean pod and discard.
  • Stir in the butter until melted. Add the apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized and soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the Calvados and simmer until reduced by half. Transfer the apples to a plate and let cool slightly.
  • To serve, remove the foil and sides from the springform pan. Spread the crème fraîche over the cheesecake. Top with the warm apple topping, drizzle liberally with the caramel sauce, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Serve additional caramel sauce on the side.
  • Combine the sugar and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, swirling the pot occasionally to even out the color, until amber, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Slowly add the heavy cream and salt to the caramel. Whisk until smooth. Remove from the heat, and stir in the Calvados and vanilla extract. Serve warm.

Tips:

- Use a food processor to quickly and easily combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter for the crust. - If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to trim the excess crust around the edges. - To make sure the cheesecake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cheesecake is done. - Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help it set properly and prevent it from cracking. - Serve the cheesecake with your favorite toppings, such as caramel sauce, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

This caramel apple cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. With its creamy cheesecake filling, sweet caramel sauce, and tart apples, this cheesecake is a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this caramel apple cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed.

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