Indulge in the divine flavors of this Apple Crumble Cheesecake, a sublime combination of creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, and a crunchy crumble topping, with an optional caramel drizzle for an extra touch of decadence.
Ingredients
For the Caramelized Apple Topping:
- 190g apples (mix of red gala & Granny Smith), peeled & chopped
- 75g granulated or golden sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water
For the Crumble Topping:
- 50g (1/4 cup) butter, melted (vegan or your choice)
- 170g (1 cup + 1/3 cup) all-purpose flour
- 112g (1/2 cup) light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Base:
- 15-16 Golden Oreos or digestive biscuits, crushed
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 50g butter, melted (vegan or your choice)
For the No-Bake Cinnamon Cheesecake Filling:
- 225g cream cheese, softened (vegan or your choice)
- 100g granulated or golden sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240ml whipped cream, whipped to medium peaks + 30g powdered sugar (dairy-free or full fat as preferred)
Instructions
- For the apple topping, cook apples with sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until half-cooked. Thicken with cornstarch slurry, boil, then cool and chill.
- For the crumble, mix melted butter with brown sugar, flour, and salt until crumbly. Chill, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- For the base, mix crushed Oreos or biscuits with sugar and melted butter, press into an 8-inch springform pan, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and cinnamon, fold in whipped cream, and pour over the cooled base. Chill for 12 hours.
- Release the cheesecake from the pan, top with caramelized apples and baked crumble, and drizzle with caramel sauce.
This Apple Crumble Cheesecake is perfect for those who adore the classic flavors of apple crumble but crave the richness of cheesecake. Keep chilled until ready to serve, and relish every creamy, crunchy, and spiced bite. Enjoy!
