Apple crumble cheesecake

Here’s a detailed, step-by-step recipe for Apple Crumble Cheesecake—a delicious mix of creamy cheesecake, spiced apples, and buttery crumble topping. 🍏🧀

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🍰 Apple Crumble Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1½ cups digestive biscuits or graham cracker crumbs

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened

• ⅔ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream

For the Apple Layer

• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of nutmeg

For the Crumble Topping

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup rolled oats

• 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

• ½ tsp cinnamon

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Step-by-Step Directions

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1. Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Mix biscuit crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.

3. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan (9-inch).

4. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool while preparing the filling.

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2. Cook the Apple Layer

1. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.

2. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3. Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples are soft but not mushy.

4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

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3. Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar and beat until creamy.

3. Beat in eggs, one at a time.

4. Mix in vanilla and sour cream/heavy cream until fully combined.

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4. Assemble the Cheesecake

1. Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.

2. Spoon the cooked apple layer evenly on top.

3. Pour remaining cheesecake filling over apples and smooth the surface.

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5. Prepare the Crumble Topping

1. In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon.

2. Cut in cold butter with a fork or your fingers until mixture is crumbly.

3. Sprinkle crumble evenly over the cheesecake.

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6. Bake the Cheesecake

1. Bake in preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 45–55 minutes.

2. The center should be set but slightly jiggly.

3. Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 10 minutes to prevent cracking.

4. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

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7. Serve

• Slice and serve chilled.

• Optional: drizzle caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar.

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✅ Tips for Success

• Apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape best.

• Crumble: Keep butter cold for a crisp topping.

• Cheesecake cracks: Use a water bath or bake at a lower temperature for gentle, even baking.