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Apple Crisp Cheesecake

Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion with layers of creamy cheesecake topped with spiced apples and a buttery oat crumble.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Baked Goods, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cups 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz 3 packages (24oz, 750g) cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature.
  • 2 cups 2 cups plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1.25 cups 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large 4 large eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
For the Apple Topping
  • 3 cups 3 cups peeled, sliced apples (about 3 medium apples) Choose firm apple varieties like Granny Smith.
  • 0.25 cups 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Crisp Topping
  • 0.25 cups 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cups 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 0.25 cups 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cups 1/4 cup melted butter
For Serving (Optional)
  • Salted caramel sauce For drizzling on top before serving.

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
  3. Drizzle in melted butter and mix until combined.
  4. Press firmly into the bottom and 1/2-1 inch up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until dry, then let cool completely.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. Reduce your oven temperature to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whip softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add Greek yogurt or sour cream and whip to combine.
  4. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs; whip until smooth, avoiding over-mixing.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust.
Prepare Apple Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, toss peeled, sliced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Spoon evenly over the cheesecake batter.
Prepare Crisp Topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Drizzle melted butter over the mixture and stir until it forms crumbles.
  3. Sprinkle evenly over the apple layer.
Bake and Chill the Cheesecake
  1. Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake at 275°F (135°C) for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until an instant-read thermometer reads 150°F (66°C).
  2. Let sit in the warm oven for one hour after turning it off.
  3. Remove the cheesecake, run a knife around the edges, let cool completely on a wire rack for 3-4 hours, then chill overnight.
Serve
  1. Before serving, drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
  2. Slice with a sharp, warm knife.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter. Consider mixing sweet and tart apple varieties for depth of flavor.

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