Description
This Apple Crisp Cheesecake combines a creamy cheesecake base with a deliciously spiced apple topping and crisp oat streusel. It’s a perfect dessert for fall gatherings or any occasion where you want a comforting treat balancing tart apples with rich cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Apple Layer
- 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
Topping
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
For Serving
- Caramel sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a mixer. Add granulated sugar and continue to mix until incorporated. Blend in the sour cream and vanilla extract. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overbeating. Pour this creamy filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the surface.
- Prepare the apple layer: Toss the thinly sliced Granny Smith apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to coat them evenly. Spread the apple mixture in an even layer over the cheesecake filling.
- Make the topping: In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and chopped nuts if using. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Sprinkle this streusel topping generously over the layered apples.
- Bake the cheesecake: Bake the assembled cheesecake for 60 to 70 minutes. The center should still have a slight jiggle when gently shaken. Once baked, let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Serve: Before serving, drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a pretty finish. Use a hot knife to slice through the layers smoothly and enjoy your apple crisp cheesecake!
Notes
- For cleaner cheesecake slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry before each cut.
- Using Granny Smith apples provides a nice tart contrast to the sweet filling and topping.
- Walnuts or pecans add a lovely crunch in the topping but can be omitted for nut-free versions.
- Make sure not to overbeat the eggs when mixing the cheesecake to avoid cracks during baking.
- Allow ample refrigeration time to ensure the cheesecake firms up perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple crisp cheesecake, cheesecake recipe, apple dessert, fall dessert, baked cheesecake with topping
