Apple Butter Cheesecake 

Autumn in a slice—this Apple Butter Cheesecake delivers a velvety blend of tangy, creamy cheesecake enriched by the warm, spiced nuances of apple butter. A buttery graham cracker crust serves as the perfect crunchy foundation for the rich filling, while the gentle swirl of apple butter mingles beautifully during baking. The aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg fills the air, evoking cozy memories and festive gatherings. Whether you serve it at your next brunch or a holiday dinner, it’s an elegant yet comforting dessert that brings seasonal flavors to life in every blissful bite.

Ingredients

• Crust
  
  

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
    
    

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
    
    

• Filling
  
  

  • 1 cup apple butter
    
    

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
    
    

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    
    

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    
    

  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
    
    

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
    
    

  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
     

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Press the graham cracker crumbs mixed with melted butter firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden—then remove and let cool.
   
   

2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and apple butter, mixing until creamy and well incorporated.
   
   

3. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed to avoid overmixing.
   
   

4. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
   
   

5. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
   
   

6. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour to cool gradually.
   
   

7. Once cooled, refrigerate before slicing and serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per slice, approx.)

• Serving Size: 1 slice (90 g)
  
  

• Calories: 320 kcal
  
  

• Sugar: 22 g
  
  

• Sodium: 210 mg
  
  

• Fat: 24 g (Saturated Fat: 14 g; Unsaturated Fat: 9 g; Trans Fat: 0 g)
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 28 g (Fiber: 1 g)
  
  

• Protein: 5 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 85 mg