Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of Cheesecake Stuffed Apples, a delightful twist on a classic dessert. These tender baked apples are packed with a luscious cheesecake filling made from creamy cream cheese, sweet sugars, and a hint of cinnamon, all drizzled with rich caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning of apples)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Thoroughly wash and dry the apples. Core them while keeping the bottom intact.
- Drizzle lemon juice inside each apple to prevent browning.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Add vanilla, sour cream, and mix well. Fold in graham crackers.
- Fill each apple with the cheesecake mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Place filled apples in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to brown the tops.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before serving with caramel drizzle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg