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Apple Cider Cheesecake

A delightful twist on a classic cheesecake, perfectly balancing the tang of cream cheese with the sweetness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup reduced fresh apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  5. Beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gradually mix in the sugar and vanilla extract until combined.
  7. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until integrated.
  8. Pour in the reduced apple cider and flour, mixing until just combined.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust and gently tap the pan on the countertop.
  10. Bake for about 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
  11. Cool at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

For serving, consider garnishing with cinnamon, caramel sauce, or chopped caramel apples.

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