Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you’re craving a warm, comforting dessert that’s both simple and impressive, look no further than Cheesecake Stuffed Apples. This delightful recipe marries the sweetness of baked apples with a rich cheesecake filling, creating a cozy treat perfect for any occasion.
- 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 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash the apples and core them, leaving the bottom intact.
- Drizzle lemon juice inside each apple to prevent browning.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt; mix well.
- Incorporate sour cream until fully combined.
- Fold in crushed graham crackers and nuts if using.
- Fill each apple with the cheesecake mixture.
- Place filled apples upright in a baking dish and bake covered for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg