This Caramel Apple Cheesecake Cake combines the best of both worlds—moist, spiced apple cake with a creamy cheesecake layer, all topped with a luscious caramel sauce. It’s perfect for special occasions or any time you crave an indulgent treat. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable dessert.
Ingredients
For the Apple Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 cup (225 g) peeled and diced apples (about 1-2 apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8 oz each) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish:
- Chopped apples
- Chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
- Additional caramel sauce