Description
Apple Crumble Cheesecake is the ultimate fall dessert, layering a buttery spiced cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, cinnamon-diced apples, and a golden crumble topping. This showstopping treat is a perfect blend of apple pie comfort and rich cheesecake indulgence—ideal for holidays, special occasions, or cosy weekend baking.
Ingredients
Cookie Crust:
200 g (7 oz) digestive or graham crackers
½ tsp ground nutmeg
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
1½ tbsp dark brown sugar
50 g (3.5 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
Apple Topping & Crumble:
150 g (1–2 apples), diced
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
100 g (¾ cup) all-purpose flour
80 g (⅓ cup) dark brown sugar
70 g (5 tbsp) unsalted butter, room temperature
Cheesecake Filling:
600 g (21 oz) full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
150 g (⅔ cup) sour cream, room temperature
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
Crush cookies and mix with nutmeg, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Stir in melted butter. Press into pan. Bake 10 minutes, then cool.
Toss diced apples with sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Combine flour, brown sugar, and butter with fingers or fork to make crumble topping.
Beat cream cheese until smooth (1 minute). Gradually add sugar.
Mix sour cream with cornstarch, then add to the cream cheese with vanilla.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each—avoid overbeating.
Pour filling into crust. Top with apples, then sprinkle crumble on top.
Place the springform pan inside a larger pan and use a water bath (or wrap tightly in foil and place in a hot water bath).
Bake for 1 hour 20–30 minutes, until center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven, crack the door, and cool inside for 1 hour.
Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
Notes
Room temp ingredients ensure a smooth, lump-free batter.
A water bath helps prevent cracking and bakes gently.
Chill thoroughly for clean slicing and best texture.
Apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold up well when baked.
This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for the best flavour.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American