Caramel Apple Cheesecake

This is one of my all-time favorite desserts.  It's really easy to make and it is absolutely delicious!   If you haven't already decided on your Thanksgiving dessert, consider this one!


Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Recipe Courtesy of Paula Deen

Prep Time   20 minutes
Total Time  60 minutes
Serves  8

Oh yeah.... it's as good as it sounds!

1 (21-ounce) can apple pie filling
1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
1/4 cup caramel topping
12 pecan halves, plus 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Reserve 3/4 cup of the apple filling; set aside. Spoon the remaining filling into the crust. Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add the eggs and mix well. Pour this over the pie filling.

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center of the cake is set. Cool to room temperature.

Mix the reserved pie filling and caramel topping in a small saucepan and heat for about 1 minute, or until spreadable. Spoon the apple-caramel mixture over the top of the cheesecake and spread evenly.