APPLE BRANDY CHEESECAKE

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If you like apple pie, you will also enjoy this cheesecake. Bits of apple are scattered throughout the filling and a cinnamon-brown sugar streusel is a delightful topping to this impressive dessert.-Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup ground walnuts
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup chunky applesauce
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup apple brandy or brandy
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, walnuts, butter and cinnamon. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the applesauce, cream, brandy, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Return pan to baking sheet. Bake for 35 minutes., In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients until crumbly. Carefully sprinkle over hot cheesecake. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until center is just set., Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 42g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Sajana Poudel
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This cheesecake was amazing! The apple brandy flavor was perfect and the crust was so good. I will definitely be making this again.


Noor bajwa
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it. The apple brandy flavor was nice and the crust was perfect.


Dogey
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I'm not a big fan of apple brandy, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The apple brandy flavor was not overpowering and the cheesecake was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Shakeel Naaz
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The apple brandy flavor was a nice touch and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Samuel Waweru
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out great! The apple brandy flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cheesecake was creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Abenaitwe Paul
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This cheesecake was a bit too boozy for my taste, but my friends loved it. The crust was delicious and the filling was creamy and smooth.


EMMA Rynen
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I love this cheesecake! The apple brandy flavor is subtle but really adds a nice depth of flavor. The crust is perfectly graham crackery and the filling is creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jeniene Nicholson
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This is the best cheesecake recipe I've ever tried! The apple brandy flavor is unique and delicious, and the cheesecake is always moist and creamy. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


SnorkelAir
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I made this cheesecake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the apple brandy flavor and the cheesecake was so creamy and smooth.


Saru Grg
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This cheesecake was amazing! The apple brandy flavor was perfect and the crust was so good. I will definitely be making this again.


Jane Cruella
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it. The apple brandy flavor was nice and the crust was perfect.


Sifat Khan
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I'm not a big fan of apple brandy, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The apple brandy flavor was not overpowering and the cheesecake was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


VEEAM RIX . J
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The apple brandy flavor was a nice touch and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Pratikxhya Gurung
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out great! The apple brandy flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cheesecake was creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Suyad_ Islam
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This cheesecake was a bit too boozy for my taste, but my friends loved it. The crust was delicious and the filling was creamy and smooth.


Jordan Marshall
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had. The apple brandy flavor was perfect and the cheesecake was so creamy and smooth.


md rijbi
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This is the best cheesecake I've ever had! The apple brandy flavor is amazing and the crust is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Janet Darko
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the results are always impressive. The apple brandy flavor is unique and delicious, and the cheesecake is always moist and creamy.


Hady hayat
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This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The apple brandy flavor was subtle but really added a nice depth of flavor. The crust was perfectly graham crackery and the filling was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again!