Description
Apple Crumble Cheesecake is the perfect combination of creamy, rich cheesecake topped with spiced apples and a buttery crumble. It’s an indulgent dessert that brings together the best of both worlds – the smooth, velvety texture of cheesecake and the sweet, warm flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples with a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
2 pounds cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined, then press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple slices, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples soften and release their juices. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly over the cheesecake batter.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, and cold cubed butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apple layer.
- Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just set and slightly jiggles when you tap the pan. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour with the door slightly ajar.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set. Before serving, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer to a serving plate.
Notes
If you’re looking to mix things up, try adding chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, to the crumble topping for an extra crunch.
Top with a drizzle of caramel sauce for a rich, sweet finish.
If apples aren’t your thing, pears or peaches can be substituted for a different fruit topping.
To store leftovers, refrigerate the cheesecake tightly wrapped or in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
To reheat, microwave a slice for 10-15 seconds or enjoy it cold straight from the fridge.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg