Description
A delightful dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the warm flavors of apple crumble.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 apples, cored and peeled
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with a little water
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5.2 oz unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 28 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 eggs
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3.1 oz unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, nutmeg, and kosher salt. Stir until the butter melts. Add the sliced apples and gently mix. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until softened. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water until there are no lumps. Let it cool completely.
- Make the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 7-8 minutes. Let it cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Lower the oven temperature to 280°F (140°C). In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add sour cream and mix well. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and gradually add them to the mixture, mixing until smooth. Sift in cornstarch and mix until combined.
- Make the Crumble Topping: Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, kosher salt, cinnamon, and melted butter in another bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Assembly: Pour half of the cheesecake mixture onto the crust, top with apple filling, then pour remaining cheesecake mixture over the apples. Finish with crumble topping. Bake for about 1 hour or until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Open the oven door halfway and let it cool for 1-2 hours.
- Chill and Serve: Wrap the cooled cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours. Release the cheesecake from the pan before serving.
Notes
Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a balanced flavor. Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, apple crumble, fall flavors, baking