Description
Creamy cheesecake meets classic apple crisp in this delightful dessert fusion. Warm spices and crumbly oat topping complement silky cream cheese, creating a mouthwatering treat perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Apple Topping and Crisp Topping:
- 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Craft a golden-hued graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with sugar and melted butter. Gently press the mixture into cupcake liners within a muffin tin, creating compact bases. Briefly toast in the oven until lightly set, allowing the crust to develop a delicate crispness.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar into a velvety smooth mixture, incorporating vanilla, egg, and sour cream with delicate strokes. Carefully distribute the luxurious cheesecake batter across the prepared crusts, ensuring even coverage.
- Transform diced apples into a luscious compote by simmering with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of lemon juice. Introduce a cornstarch slurry to thicken the mixture, creating a glossy, spoon-coating consistency. Allow the apple mixture to cool and settle, intensifying its rich flavors.
- Construct a rustic crisp topping by combining rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle melted butter throughout, working the ingredients until they form delectable, crumbly clusters.
- Layer the spiced apple compote atop each cheesecake, then generously crown with the oat-based crisp topping. Bake until the cheesecake sets and the topping turns a golden-brown, releasing tantalizing aromas.
- After cooling completely, refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and textures to harmonize. Optionally embellish with a caramel drizzle and pillowy whipped cream before serving these miniature dessert treasures.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt to reduce overall calorie content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Create individual portion control by using precise cupcake liner measurements, making it easier to track intake.
- Elevate flavor complexity by incorporating different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for varied tartness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg