Description
Indulge in the perfect fusion of crisp apples and creamy cheesecake in this delectable dessert. With a golden brown crumb topping and a decadent filling, this apple crisp cheesecake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
– 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 4 cups peeled and sliced apples
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. – In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. – Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan.
4. – In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. – Arrange the sliced apples over the cheesecake batter, then sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
6. – Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Allow to cool completely before removing the springform ring.
7. – Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For a firmer cheesecake, you can use a combination of cream cheese and sour cream. Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste, or add a splash of brandy or rum to the filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American