Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bites
These apple crumble cheesecake bites combine creamy cheesecake with spiced apples and a buttery crumble top, perfect for any fall gathering.
Equipment
- 1 Mini muffin tin non-stick
- 1 Electric Mixer
- 1 Mixing bowls various sizes
Ingredients
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Apple Topping
- 2 cups diced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Graham Cracker
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a mini muffin tin with liners. Fill each cup with a spoonful of cheesecake filling, topped with apple mixture, and sprinkled with crumble.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until set. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Once cooled, serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy. Best served chilled.
Storage
- Store leftover bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use cold cream cheese for a thicker filling. Chill the bites before serving for a firmer texture.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor. Use any type of apple but adjust sugar based on apple sweetness.
How to Serve: Serve chilled for the best texture or room temperature for a softer bite.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble and apple topping in advance to save time on assembly day.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor. Use any type of apple but adjust sugar based on apple sweetness.
How to Serve: Serve chilled for the best texture or room temperature for a softer bite.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble and apple topping in advance to save time on assembly day.