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Irresistible Apple Crumble Cheesecake

A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples and a crunchy crumble topping, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
Apple Filling
  • 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crumble Topping
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes and then set aside to cool.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed, and scrape down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
  4. Finally, fold in the sour cream until everything is well blended.
Apple Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice. Set this mixture aside.
Assembly
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  2. Spoon the apple mixture over the cheesecake layer.
Crumble Topping
  1. For the crumble topping, mix together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
  2. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then sprinkle it over the apple layer.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly wobbly.
  2. Let it cool at room temperature for about an hour, and then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.

Notes

Serve the cheesecake chilled, garnished with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best enjoyed within 3-4 days, but can last up to a week.