Fall Desserts: Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with these delightful Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes. Each bite features a creamy cheesecake filling layered with spiced apples, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these mini cheesecakes will bring warmth and joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 cups tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until crumbly. Press this mixture firmly into each muffin liner.
- Beat softened cream cheese in another bowl until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, and remaining sugar; mix until creamy.
- Toss chopped apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Pour cheesecake filling over each crust until almost full and top generously with the apple mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg