Autumn Cheesecake

 Autumn Cheesecake is a rich and indulgent apple cheesecake that captures the warm and cozy flavors of the fall season. It starts with a graham cracker and pecan crust that is filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with spiced apples and more pecans. It is a delightful dessert choice for autumn gatherings or any time you want to savor the flavors of the season! You will also love my Caramel Apple Cheesecake too!
Apple Cheesecake Ingredients Substitutions
Crust Ensure all graham cracker crumbs and pecans are coated in melted butter. This is what binds the crust together.

Graham Cracker Crumbs
PreCrushed vs Crushing Yourself
The quality of storebought graham cracker crumbs has changed in the last few years and they seem to be less flavorful and have a different texture. When possible I recommend the full sheets of honeyflavored graham crackers and crushing them yourself or utilizing a food processor.
Pecans Pecans are added to the crust and sprinkled over the apples. If preferred you could leave out the nuts.
Filling To help prevent lumps in the cheesecake be sure the ingredients specifically the cream cheese sour cream and eggs are at room temperature.
Apples Granny Smith apples are chosen for this cheesecake not only for their tart and crisp qualities but also because they complement the flavors and textures of the other ingredients. You could also experiment with other kinds of apples like Honeycrisp Fuji Golden Delicious or Braeburn just to name a few.
Is A Water Bath Important?
Yes. Using a water bath when baking cheesecakes helps prevent the edges from overcooking. It also results in the cheesecake being more even colored without cracks. Its all about science. The water cannot get hotter than 212F since this is when it turns to steam. This means the heat is distributed more evenly and the water is like a buffer protecting the edges from overcooking. The steam also helps with the smooth top of the cheesecake adding moisture while the cheesecake is baking. 
When Is Cheesecake Done Baking?
Cheesecake is done baking when the sides are set but the middle is still a bit jiggly. You can check the internal temperature of the cheesecake to check for doneness 150F. Another option to check for doneness would be to take a wooden spoon and tap the outside of the pan. If there is a slight jiggle its done!
How To Store Apple Cheesecake
To store autumn apple cheesecake cover it and store it in the refrigerator for a day or two. If you tightly wrap the cheesecake in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container it will last up to 3 days in the refrigerator. 
Autumn Cheesecake
PREP TIME20MINUTES MINS
COOK TIME1HOUR HR 30MINUTES MINS
CHILLING TIME4HOURS HRS
TOTAL TIME5HOURS HRS 50MINUTES MINS
Autumn Cheesecake is a rich and indulgent apple cheesecake that captures the warm and cozy flavors of the fall season. It starts with a graham cracker and pecan crust that is filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with spiced apples and more pecans. It is a delightful dessert choice for the holidays or