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Apple Cider Cheesecake

Apple Cider Cheesecake

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with this delightful Apple Cider Cheesecake. This creamy dessert features a luscious filling infused with reduced fresh apple cider, delivering a perfect balance of tangy and sweet notes. The buttery crust provides an irresistible crunch, making it an ideal centerpiece for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and gorgeous to serve, this cheesecake will impress friends and family alike. With its unique flavor profile and stunning presentation, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups digestive cookies or graham crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 3 cups fresh apple cider
  • Mulling spices (to taste)
  • 3 bricks cream cheese
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Boil the apple cider with mulling spices in a large pot until reduced to about 1/3 cup. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a food processor, pulse the cookies until finely ground, then combine with melted butter, salt, and powdered sugar. Press into an 8-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes; allow to cool.
  4. Lower oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth; mix in sour cream, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, and cooled reduced cider. Add eggs one at a time followed by flour; mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the filling into the crust and bake in a water bath for about 90 minutes until edges are set but the center is still wobbly.
  6. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional 30 minutes with the door cracked open.
  7. Cool on the counter before chilling in the fridge for at least 8 hours before serving.

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