Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs, mixing well after each addition. Pour half of the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust.
Step 2: Cooking the Main Components
- Bake the cheesecake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven.
- While the cheesecake is baking, prepare the apple pie filling according to package instructions or make your own. Spread the filling evenly over the partially baked cheesecake.
- Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the apple pie filling, spreading it gently to cover.
Step 3: Assembling the Dish
- Sprinkle the flour and cinnamon over the top of the cheesecake batter.
Step 4: Baking or Final Cooking Touches
- Bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven, prop the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. This gradual cooling helps prevent cracking.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
Store leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To freeze, wrap the cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
