Description
Irresistible Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and warm apple crisp in a handheld dessert. These mini cheesecakes are baked in muffin tins with a buttery graham cracker crust, spiced apple topping, and golden oat crisp. Perfect for fall gatherings, potlucks, or cozy nights in, this easy dessert is a make-ahead winner with rich flavors and delightful texture.
Ingredients
12 graham crackers, crushed
4 tablespoons melted butter
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups finely diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples
1 tablespoon butter (for cooking apples)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for apples)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for apples)
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
3 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press about 1 tablespoon into each liner to form the crust. Bake for 5 minutes, then cool.
3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and vanilla. Mix in egg just until combined. Spoon mixture over crusts evenly.
4. In a skillet, cook diced apples with butter, sugar, and cinnamon until just tender (about 5–7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
5. Top each cheesecake with a spoonful of apple mixture.
6. In a bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to form a crumble. Sprinkle over the apples.
7. Bake at 325°F for 20–25 minutes or until centers are set.
8. Let cool completely in pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Chill thoroughly before serving to help flavors set.
Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to avoid soggy topping.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg