Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples: A Delicious Twist!
Tender baked apples filled with a creamy cheesecake center, these Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples combine the cozy warmth of baked fruit with the indulgent richness of cheesecake. Perfect for fall gatherings or a special dessert night, they’re easy, elegant, and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 medium Granny Smith Apples
8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup Crushed Graham Crackers
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional)
Whipped Cream or Vanilla Ice Cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core the apples carefully, leaving the bottom intact to create a hollow center. Place apples upright in a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in crushed graham crackers and melted butter until fully mixed. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture into each apple, pressing gently to fill completely.
- Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the baking dish to help steam the apples.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the apples are tender and lightly golden on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
Use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for a sweeter variation.
Add a drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of nutmeg for a festive touch.
Use reduced-fat cream cheese or maple syrup to lighten the recipe.
Top with extra graham crumbs or nuts for a crunchy finish.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
