Apple Crisp Cheesecake with Caramel Crunch
Apple Crisp Cheesecake with Caramel Crunch combines creamy cheesecake with a spiced apple topping and buttery crisp crunch. Perfect for fall, this indulgent dessert is a showstopper for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Total Time: 6-7 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 10-12 slices
- Category: Dessert, Cheesecake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Crust:
2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
Cheesecake:
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
Apples:
3 Gala apples, peeled and diced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Crisp Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform or regular pie pan with nonstick spray.
Prepare the Crust:
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl.
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Press into the prepared pan and bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Cheesecake:
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Beat softened cream cheese and brown sugar together until smooth.
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Add vanilla, cinnamon, and flour, mixing until incorporated.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, smoothing the top.
Prepare the Apples:
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Toss diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Spoon evenly over the cheesecake batter.
Prepare the Crisp Topping:
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Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
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Sprinkle evenly over the apples and cheesecake layer.
Bake:
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Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly. The topping should be golden brown.
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Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour, then remove to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Caramel Crunch (optional):
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Drizzle caramel sauce over the cheesecake just before serving.
Notes
You can use different apple varieties like Granny Smith for tartness or Fuji for extra sweetness.
For a gluten-free option, swap out the graham cracker crumbs for gluten-free ones.
The crisp topping can be swapped for chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, or a salted caramel drizzle.
