Apple Pie Cheesecake in a Ginger Crust

 

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Crust 10 ounces dry gingersnap cookies 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Filling 3 tablespoons butter 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and roughly chopped 3 Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored and roughly chopped 1/2 cup raisins 16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 4 eggs 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated

The Directions

For the crust: Pulse cookies, sugar and melted butter in a food processor to a uniform, mealy consistency. Press into a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan. Chill while making the filling.

Filling: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the butter, apples and raisins. Stir frequently for 10 minutes.

In a food processor, purée the cream cheese, eggs, milk, sugar and spices. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the cooked apples. Stir to combine.

Pour the filling into the crust and bake until the center of the cheesecake registers 150 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, about 40 to 45 minutes.

Cool on a rack for 1 hour before releasing the pan's spring and removing the collar. Cool another hour, then transfer to a serving plate.

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.

Source: E-Cookbooks.net

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