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Cheesecake-Stuffed Baked Apples

Delicious Cheesecake-Stuffed Baked Apples for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the delightful Cheesecake-Stuffed Baked Apples, a comforting dessert that transforms ordinary apples into a spectacular delight.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 apples
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 4 pieces Firm Apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala) Choose varieties that are not mushy.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brush inside hollow apples to prevent browning.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust sweetness based on apple tartness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for autumn taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly for depth of flavor.
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Provides texture and crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Walnuts/Pecans) Optional but adds delicious crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Drizzle over stuffed apples for flavor.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Optional, for a fluffy finish.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • Apple Corer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish.
  2. Slice the tops off each apple and core them. Brush with lemon juice.
  3. Mix cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Fold in graham cracker crumbs and chopped nuts into the cheesecake mixture.
  5. Spoon the cheesecake mixture into each apple, mounding slightly at the top.
  6. Drizzle melted butter over the stuffed apples and place them in the baking dish.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the tops.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to select firm apples to avoid them becoming mushy during baking. Whipped cream is optional but adds a delightful touch.

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