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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 55 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Cheesecakeâwho doesnât like cheesecake? When the fruit ripens on our backyard trees, this treat is a must. The flavorful apple-cinnamon-nut topping and the raspberry jam layer make this dessert outstanding. Ingredients:
1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/3 cup sugar |
1/2 cup cold butter,cubed |
1/3 cup seedless raspberry jam |
filling: |
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
1/2 cup sugar |
2 eggs, lightly beaten |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
topping: |
1/3 cup sugar |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples |
1/2 cup sliced almonds |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan; prick with a fork. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until soft but set. Cool on a wire rack.
2. Carefully spread jam over crust. For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; beat just until blended. Spread over jam. For topping, combine the sugar and cinnamon in a large bowl. Add apples and toss to coat. Spoon over filling. Sprinkle with almonds.
3. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until center is almost 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. Remove sides of pan. Yield: 10 servings.
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