Description
Rich and creamy apple crisp cheesecake blends classic dessert flavors into one irresistible treat. Cinnamon-spiced apples and crumbly streusel topping complement smooth cream cheese filling for a delightful autumn indulgence you will savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Apples and Spices:
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and position a rack in the center for even baking.
- Craft a buttery graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 8 minutes until lightly golden, then allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Create a silky cheesecake mixture by whipping cream cheese and sugar until exceptionally smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next, then blend in vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
- Gently pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, maintaining an even surface.
- Prepare the apple layer by dicing fresh apples and tossing with ground cinnamon, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Distribute the seasoned apple pieces uniformly across the cheesecake filling.
- Develop a crisp streusel topping by combining flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the streusel generously over the apple layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown topping and a slightly firm center.
- Remove from oven and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 4 hours to set and enhance flavors.
Notes
- Select firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and texture in your dessert.
- Prevent soggy crust by fully cooling the graham cracker base before adding cheesecake filling.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake mixture.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg