Description
Enjoy a cozy dessert with these Cheesecake Stuffed Apples, featuring tender baked apples filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture, drizzled with caramel sauce and sprinkled with cinnamon. Perfect for a sweet treat!
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, walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning of apples)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash the apples thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry.
- Carefully remove the core from each apple, leaving the bottom intact.
- Drizzle a little lemon juice inside each apple to prevent browning.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes).
- Add brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
- Add sour cream and mix until fully combined.
- Fold in crushed graham crackers and chopped nuts (if using).
- Stuff each apple with the cheesecake mixture, packing it gently but firmly.
- Place the stuffed apples upright in a baking dish, spooning any leftover filling around them.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until apples are tender.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to brown the tops.
- Let the apples cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can reduce the amount of sugar or use a sugar substitute.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of nuts or add chocolate chips to the filling for extra flavor.
- These stuffed apples are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes