Description
Indulgent Apple Cinnamon Delight Cheesecake brings warmth of autumn to classic dessert. Creamy layers meld with spiced apple goodness, promising a rich experience that delights senses and satisfies your craving for comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 packages (24 ounces / 680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
Crust and Topping Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup old-fashioned oats
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Press the mixture uniformly into the base of a 9-inch (23-centimeter) springform pan.
- Transform sliced apples into a luscious compote by melting butter in a skillet over medium heat. Introduce the apple slices, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a whisper of nutmeg. Simmer until the apples become tender and caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Create a velvety cheesecake filling by whipping cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until silky smooth. Gently incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing minimally after each addition to maintain a luxurious texture.
- Construct the cheesecake’s architectural layers by spreading half the creamy filling over the graham cracker crust. Distribute a generous layer of the cooled apple mixture, then repeat with the remaining filling and apple compote.
- Fashion a crumbly streusel topping by combining all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Integrate cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse, irregular crumbs. Elegantly scatter this topping across the assembled cheesecake.
- Bake the cheesecake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, watching for a set center with a subtle jiggle. Once complete, transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool entirely within the pan, ensuring a perfect texture and flavor development.
Notes
- Create a rock-solid graham cracker crust by ensuring even pressing and compacting to prevent crumbling during serving.
- Cook apple mixture until perfectly caramelized, allowing natural sugars to develop deep, rich flavors without turning mushy.
- Blend cream cheese filling gently to maintain a smooth, creamy texture and prevent unwanted air bubbles that could cause cracking.
- Layer apple mixture carefully between cheesecake filling for beautiful marbled appearance and balanced taste in every bite.
- Use cold butter when making crumble topping to achieve perfectly textured, crispy streusel that adds delightful crunch.
- Cool cheesecake completely at room temperature to prevent sudden temperature changes that might cause unsightly surface cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg