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Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes

Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes: Cozy Fall Delights to Enjoy

Delight in these Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes, combining creamy cheesecake with spiced apples for a perfect fall dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs or crushed digestive biscuits
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar brown sugar can be used for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon add a pinch of nutmeg if desired
  • 5 tablespoons Butter cold, to keep crust crisp
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese opt for full-fat for best results
  • 1/2 cup Sugar or coconut sugar for caramel flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract pure vanilla is best
  • 1 large Egg room temperature for smooth mixing
For the Spiced Apple Topping
  • 2 cups Golden Delicious apples or substitute with Honeycrisp or Gala
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon add a sprinkle of nutmeg for warmth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg optional
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch to prevent sogginess
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice to brighten flavor
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup Rolled oats essential for classic crisp
  • 1/2 cup Flour whole wheat for a heartier option
  • 1/2 cup Sugar brown sugar for deep flavor
  • 5 tablespoons Butter cold for crumbly texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Cupcake tin
  • Muffin liners
  • Oven

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl until resembling wet sand. Press into cupcake liners and chill.
Make the Filling
  1. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, flour, and egg, mixing gently until just combined.
Prepare Apples
  1. Dice the apples and toss with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
Create Streusel
  1. Mix flour, rolled oats, sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
Assemble the Cheesecakes
  1. Pour cream cheese filling into crusts, top with apples, and sprinkle streusel.
Bake the Cheesecakes
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake for 28-30 minutes until edges are set.
Cool and Chill
  1. Cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 2 hours to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Toss apples with lemon juice immediately to maintain freshness.

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