Description
The Caramel Apple Cheesecake Cake is a heavenly combination of luscious cheesecake and moist apple cake, all drizzled with rich caramel.
Ingredients
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- For the apple cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples
- For the cheesecake:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the caramel frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- For topping:
- additional caramel sauce
- thin apple slices (optional)
Instructions
- To start this tasty creation, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Take a 9-inch springform pan and line it with parchment paper, also giving it a light grease to prevent sticking. In your mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s perfectly smooth and free of lumps. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until everything combines into a creamy mixture. Pour this mixture into your prepared springform pan and bake it in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes. Once baked, let it cool and then chill it in the refrigerator to set.
- While the cheesecake is chilling, you can shift your focus to the apple cake layers. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) this time. In one bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In another large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Next, incorporate the eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream into this mixture, mixing thoroughly. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, ensuring it’s just combined. Gently fold in the finely chopped apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide your batter equally between two greased cake pans. Bake layers in your preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the tops spring back when touched lightly. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for a few minutes before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Once the apple cake layers are cool, it’s time to make your mouthwatering caramel frosting. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter completely. Then, add brown sugar to the melted butter and bring it to a gentle boil. Allow it to boil for about two minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Carefully stir in the whole milk, allowing the mixture to boil again before removing it from heat. Let the caramel mixture cool slightly, and once cooled, whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
- It’s assembly time! Begin by placing one apple cake layer onto your serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the chilled cheesecake on top of the first cake layer. Carefully place the second apple cake layer on top of the cheesecake. Now, frost the entire cake with the luscious caramel frosting, ensuring every bit of the cake is covered. For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle additional caramel sauce on top and optionally decorate with thin apple slices for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
If you want to save time, consider preparing the cheesecake layer in advance and freezing it until you’re ready to assemble the cake.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Protein: 6 g