Servings: 6 cups
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 cup (100 g) graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
For the Apple Filling:
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
For the Crumble Topping:
- ¼ cup (30 g) flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl.
Press mixture into the bottom of 6 ramekins or small ovenproof cups.
Prepare the Apple Filling:
In a skillet, toss diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5–6 minutes until slightly softened. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
In a bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg and mix until combined.
Assemble the Cups:
Spoon a layer of apple filling over the crust.
Top with cheesecake mixture, smoothing gently.
Make the Crumble Topping:
In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the cheesecake layer.
Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the topping is golden and the cheesecake layer is set. Let cool slightly before serving.
Serve:
Enjoy warm or chilled, optionally with a drizzle of caramel or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips:
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness.
- Ramekins can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Add chopped nuts to the crumble for extra texture.
Sweet, creamy, and cozy — these Apple Crumble Cheesecake Cups are perfect for fall or anytime you crave a comforting dessert!