Description
No-Bake Apple Butter Cheesecake is a creamy, spiced dessert with layers of apple butter, a rich cream cheese filling, and a buttery graham cracker crust. This easy, no-bake cheesecake is perfect for fall and the holidays, bringing warm flavors to the table without turning on the oven!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
For the Filling:
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 1 cup (240g) apple butter
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
For Topping:
- 1/2 cup (120g) apple butter
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Ground cinnamon, for dusting
Instructions
- Make the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped heavy cream gently until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the apple butter, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
- Add the apple butter mixture to the cream cheese mixture, folding until evenly combined.
- Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Spread the apple butter cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Add Topping:
- Once set, spread 1/2 cup of apple butter over the top of the cheesecake for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve topped with whipped cream and a light dusting of cinnamon!
Notes
- Make it gluten-free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Add crunch: Top with chopped toasted pecans or caramel drizzle for an extra treat.