Preparation Steps

• In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
• In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
• Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the crust.
• In a small saucepan, cook the diced apples with caramel sauce, cinnamon, and nutmeg over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the apples are tender.
• Allow the apple mixture to cool, then spread it over the cheesecake layer.
• Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving. Drizzle extra caramel sauce on top before serving, if desired.