Indulge in the creamy and rich flavors of our Vegan Baked Cheesecake, topped with a sweet and spiced layer of cinnamon apples. This recipe offers a delightful combination of a crunchy biscuit base and a smooth, tangy cheesecake filling, all made with vegan-friendly ingredients. The cinnamon apples add a warm, aromatic touch, making this cheesecake a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you're vegan or just looking to try something new, this cheesecake is sure to impress with its delightful texture and flavor.
Ingredients:
- Biscuit Base:
- Digestive Biscuits or Golden Oreos (crushed): 15-17
- Vegan Butter (melted): 75g
- Cheesecake Filling:
- Vegan Cream Cheese: 450g
- Vegan Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt: 180g
- Vegan Whipping Cream: 60ml
- Cornstarch: 12g
- All-Purpose Flour: 16g
- Vanilla Extract: 3 tsps
- Cinnamon Apples:
- Red Apples (sliced): 2-3
- Lemon Juice: 15ml
- Maple or Agave Syrup: 60ml
- Vegan Butter: 30g
- Cinnamon Powder: 1 tsp
Instructions:
- Biscuit Base: Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan. Mix crushed biscuits with melted vegan butter, press into the pan, and bake for 10-15 minutes. Cool while preparing the filling.
- Cheesecake Filling: Whisk vegan cream cheese until soft. Add vegan sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, cornstarch, and flour. Pour into the cooled biscuit base. Bake in a water bath or with a pan of water below for 35-40 minutes. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then at room temperature, and chill in the fridge for 5-6 hours.
- Cinnamon Apples: Melt vegan butter in a pan, add sliced apples, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add maple syrup and cinnamon, cooking until apples are tender and syrup thickens. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Assembling: Run a knife around the cheesecake, release from the springform pan, and top with chilled cinnamon apples. Brush apples with the reduced syrup.
Enjoy this Vegan Baked Cheesecake with Cinnamon Apples, a delightful and inclusive dessert that brings a touch of elegance and warmth to any dining table!