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Cheesecake Stuffed Apples

Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: A Cozy Dessert You'll Love

Indulge in these Cheesecake Stuffed Apples, a warm and creamy dessert that combines nostalgic flavors with effortless preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 medium Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp works best
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese ensure it's softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on the sweetness of apples
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar adds depth to the flavor
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract enhances overall flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon pairs beautifully with apples
  • 1/4 tsp Salt balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream adds richness
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Graham Crackers use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts optional, walnuts or pecans
For Assembly and Topping
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice to prevent browning
  • 1 tbsp Butter for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly, core them, leaving bottoms intact.
  3. Drizzle lemon juice inside each cored apple to prevent browning.
  4. Grease a baking dish with butter and arrange the apples upright.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  6. Incorporate brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Gently fold in sour cream, crushed graham crackers, and optional nuts.
  8. Stuff each apple with the cheesecake mixture, mounding it slightly on top.
  9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Allow the stuffed apples to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overbaking the apples.

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