Caramel Apple Cheesecake Recipe

Prepare the Cheesecake

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. In a separate bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes or until set. Let cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.

Make the Spiced Apples

In a skillet, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and bourbon. Cook over medium heat until apples are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Prepare the Apple Gelee

In a small saucepan, heat apple juice until warm. Sprinkle gelatin on top and stir until dissolved. Pour over the cooled cheesecake layer and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.

Make the Bourbon Caramel

In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat without stirring until the sugar dissolves and turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat and carefully add bourbon. Let cool slightly before drizzling over the cheesecake.

Serve with Ice Cream

Scoop cinnamon brown sugar ice cream onto slices of the caramel apple cheesecake and serve immediately.