Description
Creamy cheesecake meets classic apple crisp in this irresistible dessert fusion. Warm spices and buttery crumble complement the rich, tangy filling, creating a memorable sweet experience you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (74 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Apple Filling:
- 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Cheesecake and Topping:
- 3 packages (24 ounces/680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 0.75 cup (90 grams) all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup old fashioned oats
- 0.5 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Craft the graham cracker foundation by mixing crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even base. Refrigerate while preparing subsequent layers.
- Transform apples into a luscious filling by sautéing with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg over medium heat. Cook approximately 5-7 minutes until apples soften slightly but retain textural integrity. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Whip cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until silky smooth. Incorporate eggs individually, mixing gently to maintain a luxurious texture. Carefully distribute half the cheesecake mixture over the crust.
- Artfully layer half the caramelized apple mixture atop the initial cheesecake layer. Repeat with remaining cheesecake and apple fillings, creating a marbled visual effect.
- Construct a rustic crisp topping by combining flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Integrate cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse, crumbly terrain. Generously scatter the topping across the cheesecake’s surface.
- Position the assembled cheesecake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven. Bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a center that sets but retains a subtle jiggle. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 4 hours to achieve optimal texture and flavor melding.
Notes
- Customize the graham cracker crust by using alternative cookies like gingersnaps or shortbread for a unique flavor profile.
- Prevent apple filling from becoming watery by using firmer apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, which hold their shape during cooking.
- Cool cheesecake slowly to prevent cracking by leaving it in the oven with the door slightly open after baking, allowing gradual temperature reduction.
- Make the dessert gluten-free by substituting graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs, ensuring everyone can enjoy this decadent treat.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 403
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 82 mg