Decadent Cheesecake-Stuffed Baked Apples
These decadent cheesecake-stuffed baked apples are a delightful dessert, featuring tender apples filled with a creamy, spiced cheesecake mixture.
Equipment
- Oven
- Apple Corer or Small Knife
- Small Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large firm baking apples Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith
- 4 oz cream cheese half a block, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar plus 1 tablespoon for apples
- large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus a pinch for apples
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Optional Topping
- 1/4 cup crushed graham cracker crumbs or chopped pecans
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), then wash and dry the apples.
- Core each apple carefully, leaving about 1/2 inch at the bottom to form a cup.
- Mix 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar with a pinch of cinnamon, then brush the cored apples with melted butter and sprinkle with the sugar-ccinnamon mix before placing them in a baking dish.
Cheesecake Filling
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Gently fold in 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Assembly and Baking
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture generously into each hollowed apple.
- Sprinkle crushed graham cracker crumbs or chopped pecans over the filling, if desired.
- Pour 1/4 cup of water into the baking dish then bake for 30-40 minutes until apples are tender and filling is golden.
- Let the apples cool slightly before serving; they are delicious warm or at room temperature.
Notes
The water in the baking dish helps to keep the apples moist during baking. For best results, use firm baking apples that hold their shape well when cooked.