Description
Apple Crisp Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and spiced apples topped with a crunchy oat layer. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert combines the warmth of cinnamon with the richness of cream cheese, making it a must-try for dessert lovers. The thick graham cracker crust provides a solid foundation, while the optional drizzle of salted caramel adds an indulgent touch. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cheesecake is sure to impress at gatherings or serve as a comforting treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups graham crumbs
- 24 ounces full-fat cream cheese
- 2 large apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Gala)
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Spices: cinnamon, brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
- boiling water (for the water bath)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by wrapping it in tin foil and greasing it lightly.
- For the crust, mix graham crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the springform pan.
- For the apple filling, peel and slice apples, tossing them with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- To make the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugars, cornstarch, vanilla extract, sour cream, and eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Layer apple filling over the crust followed by cheesecake batter. Sprinkle oat topping over everything.
- Bake in a water bath for about 60 minutes or until set. Allow to cool gradually before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 106g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 256mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg