Apple Streusel Cheesecake Recipe ๐๐ฐ
Overview:
This Apple Streusel Cheesecake is a testament to the harmony of flavors – the richness of cream cheese meets the tartness of apples, all topped with a delightful streusel. Perfect for any occasion, but particularly beloved during the fall season or as a sweet treat for Thanksgiving. The recipe yields a decadent dessert that will leave your guests begging for more!
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Calories: 664.2 per serving
- Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (Based on 1 review)
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup icing sugar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
For the Filling:
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Apple Layer:
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
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- In a food processor, combine the flour, icing sugar, and ground ginger. Pulse until well mixed.
- Add the diced butter and pulse using an on/off motion until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 10-inch springform pan.
- Refrigerate the crust for 1 hour to firm up.
- Using a fork, prick the bottom of the crust all over.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the crust to cool on a wire rack.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
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Bake the Cheesecake:
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300ยฐF (150ยฐC).
- Bake the cheesecake for 45 minutes, or until the center is just slightly wobbly and indented.
- Transfer the cheesecake to a wire rack to cool.
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Prepare the Streusel Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, rolled oats, flour, chilled butter (cut into small pieces), and ground cinnamon. Mix until crumbly. Set aside.
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Cook the Apples:
- In a large skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced apples and cook, turning once, for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and slightly softened.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Arrange the cooked apples and any pan juices decoratively over the baked cheesecake.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake the cheesecake in a 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the streusel topping is golden brown.
- Transfer the cheesecake to a wire rack and let it cool to room temperature.
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Chill and Serve:
- Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set properly.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the heavenly combination of flavors!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 664.2
- Fat: 46.5g
- Saturated Fat: 27g
- Cholesterol: 191.7mg
- Sodium: 412.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 54.9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 32.5g
- Protein: 9.4g
This Apple Streusel Cheesecake is a labor of love that rewards you with a stunning dessert sure to impress your family and friends. With its melt-in-your-mouth creaminess, delightful apple topping, and irresistible streusel, it’s a true showstopper that will have everyone asking for seconds!