Description
Apple Crumble Cheesecake
Indulge in this decadent Apple Crumble Cheesecake, featuring a creamy cheesecake filled with luscious apple pie filling, topped with a crunchy crumble, and drizzled with caramel sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in!
Ingredients:
For the Apple Filling:
• 5 apples, cored and peeled
• ⅔ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons water
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with a little water
For the Crust:
• 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 5.2 oz unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
• 28 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1¼ cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Crumble Topping:
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup rolled oats (quick oats will work too)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅓ teaspoon kosher salt
• 3.1 oz unsalted butter, melted
• ⅓ cup brown sugar
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
• Slice the apples into medium-sized pieces.
• In a saucepan, combine butter, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the butter melts.
• Add the apples, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes until softened.
• Stir in the cornstarch mixture and set aside to cool.
2. Make the Crust:
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
• Pulse graham crackers in a food processor or crush them in a bag.
• In a bowl, mix crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press evenly into the pan and bake for 7-8 minutes. Let cool.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
• Lower the oven temperature to 280°F (140°C).
• In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add sour cream and mix well.
• Whisk eggs in a small bowl, then gradually add to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until smooth.
• Sift in cornstarch and mix until combined.
4. Make the Crumble Topping:
• In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and melted butter. Mix until combined.
5. Assembly:
• Pour half of the cheesecake mixture onto the crust, then layer with the apple filling.
• Pour the remaining cheesecake mixture on top and sprinkle with the crumble topping.
• Bake for about 1 hour, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Leave the oven door open for 1-2 hours to cool.
6. Chill and Serve:
• Wrap cooled cheesecake in plastic and refrigerate for at least 5 hours.
• Carefully release from the pan, then drizzle with caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Prep Time: 40 minutes | Cook Time: 1 hour | Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 14 slices | Calories: 720 kcal per slice
This Apple Crumble Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, sure to be a hit at any gathering! Enjoy!
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