Description
Indulge in the cozy delight of Cheesecake Stuffed Apples, a warm dessert that marries the comforting flavors of baked apples with a rich cheesecake filling. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or those busy weeknights when you crave something special without a lot of effort. The delightful combination of sweet cream cheese, spices, and caramel drizzle creates an irresistible treat that is sure to impress. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or simply drizzled with caramel for an extra touch of sweetness.
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)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and dry the apples, then core each apple carefully, leaving the bottom intact. Drizzle lemon juice inside each cavity.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt; mix well.
- Stir in sour cream until fully combined.
- Gently fold in crushed graham crackers and chopped nuts if using.
- Fill each apple with the cheesecake mixture, packing it gently.
- Place filled apples upright in a baking dish; cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until tops are golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with caramel drizzle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg