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Apple Butter Cheesecake {No Bake} | Recipe | Baking, Fall dessert recipes, Dessert recipes easy

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The first step is pressing the crust into the pan—make sure it’s packed tight so it holds together after chilling. Then, beat the cream cheese until it’s completely smooth before adding the apple butter; this prevents any lumps from ruining that velvety texture.

Folding in the whipped cream is where the magic happens. Use a gentle hand and a spatula to keep the air in, so the filling sets up light and mousse-like. After a good chill, the cheesecake will slice cleanly—just run a hot knife under warm water for perfect pieces.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Apple Butter Cheesecake {No Bake} | Recipe | Baking, Fall dessert recipes, Dessert recipes easy
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Apple Butter Cheesecake {No Bake} | Recipe | Baking, Fall dessert recipes, Dessert recipes easy

This no-bake apple butter cheesecake is silky, tangy, and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, all nestled on a crunchy graham cracker crust. It's a fuss-free fall dessert that comes together in minutes and chills to perfection.

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Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time4 hrs 25 mins (includes chilling)
Servings12 servings
CourseDessert
Calories410 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill while preparing the filling.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add apple butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg; beat until well combined and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.
  5. Before serving, run a knife around the edge of the pan, release the springform, and slice. Optionally garnish with a drizzle of apple butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

Make sure your cream cheese is truly softened to avoid lumps—leave it out for 30 minutes before mixing. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze the cheesecake (without garnish) for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 410 kcalProtein: 7gCarbs: 38gFat: 26gFiber: 2g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.