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Apple Crisp Cheesecake

Apple Crisp Cheesecake is the ultimate fusion of creamy cheesecake and warm, cinnamon-spiced apple crisp.

Equipment

  • - 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Electric mixer or whisk
  • - Food processor (optional, for crust)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • - Baking sheet
  • - Saucepan (for caramelizing apples)

Ingredients
  

  • #### For the Crust
  • - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • #### For the Cheesecake Filling
  • - 24 oz 3 blocks cream cheese, softened
  • - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • - 3 large eggs
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1/2 cup sour cream
  • - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • #### For the Apple Topping
  • - 2 medium apples peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • - 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • - 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • #### For the Oat Streusel
  • - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • - 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Crust**
  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool.
  • **Make the Cheesecake Filling**
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  • **Bake the Cheesecake**
  • Wrap the bottom of the springform pan with aluminum foil and place it in a larger baking dish. Fill the dish with hot water about halfway up the sides of the pan to create a water bath. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Then, transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
  • **Prepare the Apple Topping**
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the apples are soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • **Make the Oat Streusel**
  • In a bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly. Spread the mixture on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool.
  • **Assemble the Cheesecake**
  • Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, spread the caramelized apples over the top, followed by the oat streusel.
  • **Serve**
  • Slice and serve with whipped cream or caramel drizzle for an extra indulgent touch!