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Apple Cider Cheesecake

Creamy Apple Cider Cheesecake – Fall's Sweetest Delight

This Creamy Apple Cider Cheesecake is a delightful fall dessert made with reduced fresh apple cider for a tangy twist. Perfect for gatherings!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 8 ounces Digestive Cookies or Graham Crackers Crushed for a sweet base.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and depth.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Apple Cider Reduced.
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Full-fat recommended.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional nutmeg for additional depth.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Omit for gluten-free.

Equipment

  • 8-inch springform pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in fresh apple cider and add a pinch of mulling spices, then boil and simmer until thickened.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the springform pan.
  3. Pulse digestive cookies into crumbs, mix with melted butter and salt, then press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth, then mix in sour cream, reduced cider, and flour.
  5. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, creating a water bath and bake for 80-90 minutes.
  7. Cool gradually in the oven for 30 minutes before transferring to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Apple Cider Cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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