Apple Pie Cheesecake
This apple pie cheesecake is the ultimate fall dessert mashup, combining a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, cinnamon-spiced apples, and a crunchy oat crumble topping. It's perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime you crave comfort in a slice.
Equipment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Knife and cutting board
- Aluminum foil (for water bath)
- Baking sheet or roasting pan (for water bath)
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the Apple Layer:
- 3 Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Crumble Topping:
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line bottom of 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Wrap bottom with heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the pan bottom. Bake 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
- Toss diced apples with sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Let sit 10 minutes.
- Combine oats, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until coarse crumbles form.
- Pour cheesecake filling over crust. Spoon apples evenly on top. Sprinkle crumble topping over apples.
- Place pan in a water bath. Bake 60–70 minutes or until center is almost set. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cool for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before slicing.
- Top with caramel drizzle or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Optional Nutritional Info (per slice, estimated):
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Sugar: 27g
- Protein: 6g
(Note: Adjust if using substitutes like Greek yogurt or reduced-fat cream cheese)
