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Deliciously Decadent Apple Crumble Cheesecake

Apple Crumble Cheesecake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 4 large cream cheese blocks 8 oz each
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups peeled and diced apples
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • cup brown sugar for crumble topping
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until combined.
  • Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
  • Add the sour cream, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, beating until fully combined.
  • Gently fold in the diced apples, lemon juice, and cinnamon into the cheesecake batter until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
  • In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, cold butter, and salt to make the crumble topping, mixing until crumbly.
  • Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the cheesecake filling.
  • Bake the cheesecake for about 60-70 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  • Turn off the oven and crack the door, letting the cheesecake cool in the oven for an hour.
  • Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  • Slice and serve your apple crumble cheesecake, enjoying each decadent bite.