Applesauce Cheesecake

Crust Ingredients:

  • 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 20 squares)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup margarine, melted

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350° F.

In medium bowl, combine all crust ingredients; mix well. Press onto bottom of ungreased 10-inch springform pan.

Filling Ingredients:

  • 24 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg

Preparation:

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar at medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add flour; blend well. At low speed, add eggs, one at a time, beating just until blended. Add remaining ingredients. Beat until well blended. Pour into crust-lined pan. Bake at 350° F for 50 to 60 minutes or until center is set Cool.

Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Just before serving, carefully remove sides of pan. Store in refrigerator.

Servings: 10 to 12 Print This Page
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