Description
Delight in these Cheesecake-Stuffed Baked Apples, a perfect fall dessert combining tender baked apples with a creamy cheesecake filling. Topped with a crunchy graham cracker crumble and optionally finished with whipped cream and caramel sauce, these stuffed apples offer a warm, comforting treat bursting with sweet and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 6 large firm apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Topping
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Garnish (optional)
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the tops off the apples and carefully scoop out the core and some flesh with a spoon or melon baller, leaving about 1/2 inch thick walls to create a sturdy shell. Arrange the hollowed apples upright in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fill Apples: Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into each hollowed apple, ensuring they are well filled but not overflowing.
- Prepare Topping: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar in a small bowl until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Add Topping and Bake: Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the cheesecake-filled apples. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve: Allow the baked apples to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, mix a tablespoon of chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips into the cheesecake filling before stuffing the apples.
- These stuffed apples are best enjoyed warm but can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
