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Delightful Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes to Savor

Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups apple peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
  • Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a muffin tin.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, blending well after each addition.
  • Divide the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts in the muffin tin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until set around the edges.
  • Let the cheesecakes cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  • While the cheesecakes cool, prepare the apple topping by sautéing diced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  • Once the cheesecakes are fully chilled, spoon the apple topping generously over each one before serving.