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Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

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Delightful Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes combine a creamy cheesecake filling with a spiced apple topping and a buttery streusel, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. This bite-sized dessert is perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a comforting treat blending classic apple crisp flavors with rich cheesecake.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or gingersnaps/vanilla wafers for variation)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Streusel Topping

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Cheesecake Filling

  • 12 ounces cream cheese, softened (full-fat preferred)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg

Apple Mixture

  • 1 ½ cups apples, peeled and finely diced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or other firm baking apples)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For Serving (Optional)

  • Caramel sauce (optional drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner to form the crust. Chill while preparing the filling to help it set.
  2. Make Streusel Topping: In another bowl, mix together flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly. Chill the streusel mixture until ready to use to keep the butter cold for a crumbly texture.
  3. Mix Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, flour, and the egg to the bowl. Mix gently just until combined, taking care not to overmix which can introduce air and cause cracking during baking.
  4. Prepare Apple Mixture: In a separate bowl, toss the finely diced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. This mixture will add a tender, spiced fruit topping with a little thickening from the cornstarch to prevent excess juice.
  5. Assemble Mini Cheesecakes: Fill each prepared crust liner about two-thirds full with the cheesecake batter. Spoon a layer of the apple mixture evenly on top of the batter in each liner. Finally, sprinkle the chilled streusel evenly over the apples.
  6. Bake: Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 28–30 minutes. The mini cheesecakes are done when the edges are set but the centers still jiggle slightly to ensure a creamy texture after chilling.
  7. Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the mini cheesecakes to cool fully to room temperature. Then refrigerate them for at least 2 hours to fully set the cheesecake and meld flavors.
  8. Serve: Optionally drizzle with caramel sauce just before serving for added sweetness and decoration. Enjoy chilled for the best texture and flavor combination.

Notes

  • You can substitute graham cracker crumbs with gingersnap or vanilla wafer crumbs for a different crust flavor.
  • Use firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture after baking.
  • Do not overmix the cheesecake batter to avoid incorporating too much air, which can cause cracks.
  • Chilling the streusel and crust helps maintain their crumbly texture when baking.
  • Mini cheesecakes are best served chilled and can be refrigerated up to 3 days.
  • Caramel sauce adds extra sweetness but is optional depending on your taste preference.

Keywords: apple crisp mini cheesecakes, mini cheesecakes, apple dessert, fall dessert, streusel topping, cream cheese dessert, baked cheesecake

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