Description
Sweet meets savory in this irresistible Apple Crumble Cheesecake, where creamy New York-style cheesecake embraces a classic apple dessert. Cinnamon-spiced apples nestled on a buttery graham cracker crust create a mouthwatering dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 2 cups (240 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) melted butter
Apple Crumble Topping:
- 2 cups (260 grams) chopped apples
- 1/2 cup (110 grams) brown sugar
- 1/3 cup (40 grams) flour
- 1/3 cup (30 grams) oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even baking.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, mixing thoroughly until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating a compact crust foundation.
- Using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese until smooth, then gradually incorporate sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until the filling achieves a silky, uniform consistency without overmixing.
- Gently fold chopped apples with brown sugar, flour, oats, and cinnamon, ensuring each apple piece is completely coated with the sweet, spiced mixture. Drizzle melted butter over the apple mixture and stir gently to distribute.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust, spreading it carefully to create an even layer. Distribute the seasoned apple crumble topping uniformly across the cheesecake surface.
- Transfer the springform pan to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The cheesecake is ready when the center appears slightly firm and the topping turns a rich golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the dessert to set completely and develop optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Experiment with different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for varied texture and sweetness levels in the crumble topping.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to ensure smoother, lump-free cheesecake batter and prevent cracking during baking.
- Consider adding a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce just before serving to enhance the visual appeal and add extra flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 441 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 183 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 76 mg