Description
These Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes perfectly combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the comforting flavors of spiced apples and a crunchy topping. Each mini cheesecake is a delightful explosion of flavors that evoke cozy autumn evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces of cream cheese
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 2 cups of diced apples
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1/2 cup of oats
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of crushed graham crackers, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand. Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each muffin liner and press it down firmly.
- Prepare the apple filling: In a separate bowl, toss 2 cups of diced apples with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Mix the cheesecake filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of sugar until smooth. Add in 1/4 cup of sour cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 eggs. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
- Assemble the mini cheesecakes: Spoon a layer of the cheesecake filling over the crust in each muffin liner. Add a layer of the apple mixture on top of the cheesecake, then gently press down to combine slightly.
- Prepare the crisp topping: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of oats, 1/2 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and 1/4 cup of melted butter. Mix until crumbly, then sprinkle this mixture generously over the apple layer.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the filling is set.
- Cool and chill: Remove the mini cheesecakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Use fresh apples for the best flavor, chill thoroughly for optimal taste, and consider topping with whipped cream before serving. You can also experiment with spices like nutmeg or cloves for a unique flavor profile.