Description
Apple Crisp Cheesecake is a decadent layered dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, spiced apple filling, and a buttery oat crumble topping. It’s the perfect fusion of two classic favorites—cheesecake and apple crisp—in one unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the cheesecake filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the apple layer:
- 2 cups apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, diced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- For the crisp topping:
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the bottom with foil if using a water bath.
- Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
- Prepare the apple layer: In a skillet, cook apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), lemon juice, and flour over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until tender and thickened. Cool slightly.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Blend in sour cream and vanilla just until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Spread the cooled apple mixture evenly over the top.
- Make the crisp topping: In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the apple layer.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is nearly set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for balance and texture.Let cheesecake cool gradually to prevent cracks.Add caramel drizzle for extra indulgence.To make gluten-free, use GF graham crackers, oats, and flour blend.Cheesecake can be made a day in advance for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
