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Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples Recipe

Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples Recipe
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Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples combine the tartness of fresh apples with the creamy richness of cheesecake filling, spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, and topped with a buttery graham cracker crust. This warm, comforting dessert is perfect for cozy evenings or as an elegant treat for guests.

Ingredients

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Apples

  • 4 Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon

Topping

  • 1/2 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp Butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Core each apple carefully, making sure to remove all seeds and create a hollow cavity without piercing the bottom. Brush the apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and continue mixing until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Stuff the Apples: Spoon the cheesecake mixture evenly into the hollowed apples, filling each cavity generously but without overflowing.
  4. Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  5. Add the Topping: Sprinkle the graham cracker mixture on top of the cheesecake filling in each apple, pressing lightly to adhere.
  6. Bake the Apples: Place the stuffed apples in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the baked apples to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Choose tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to balance the sweetness of the cheesecake filling.
  • Adjust sugar in the filling to your preference depending on apple tartness.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free crumbs or crushed nuts.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother filling.
  • Carefully remove apple cores to avoid puncturing the bottom of the apples.

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