Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert
Indulge in a delightful dessert that brings warmth and sweetness to any occasion: Cheesecake Stuffed Apples. This charming recipe features tender baked apples filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture, drizzled with luscious caramel sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or an evening treat, these stuffed apples offer a nostalgic twist on traditional cheesecake. With their enticing aroma and satisfying flavors, they promise to impress everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and customizable, this dish not only creates a memorable dessert experience but also allows you to showcase your culinary skills effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and dry the apples, then remove the cores, leaving the bottoms intact.
- Drizzle lemon juice inside each apple to prevent browning.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Add vanilla and sour cream, mixing well.
- Fold in crushed graham crackers and nuts if using.
- Fill each apple with the cheesecake mixture until just packed.
- Place filled apples in a baking dish; cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving topped with caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg