Olive Garden Apple Praline Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Olive Garden-inspired Apple Praline Cheesecake—a luscious blend of creamy cheesecake, spiced caramelized apples, and rich praline glaze. The buttery graham cracker crust is the perfect base for the velvety cream cheese filling, which is topped with tender, cinnamon-kissed apples and a decadent pecan-infused glaze. With its harmonious layers of flavor and texture, this dessert is ideal for special occasions or as a show-stopping end to any meal. Ready in just 90 minutes (plus chilling time), this homemade cheesecake is a crowd-pleaser that effortlessly combines gourmet flair with comforting fall-inspired ingredients like apples, brown sugar, and pecans. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a slice of heaven everyone will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring the mixture is smooth after each addition. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
For the apple topping, combine sliced apples, 1 cup of brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until the apples are tender and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
For the praline glaze, combine heavy cream, light corn syrup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and chopped pecans in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and allow the glaze to cool slightly.
Before serving, top the chilled cheesecake with the caramelized apples, then drizzle the praline glaze generously over the top.
Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 576.7 g | 739% | |
| Saturated Fat | 297.5 g | 1488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1914 mg | 638% | |
| Sodium | 4195 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 875.8 g | 318% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 708.3 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1519 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2334 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
