Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: The Best Indulgent Dessert Idea
Cheesecake stuffed apples are a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of baked apples. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized apples
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core the apples to create a hollow center.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Stuff the apples with the cream cheese mixture and sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top.
- Place the apples in a baking dish and drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the apples are tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add nuts to the cream cheese mixture.
- Serve with whipped cream or additional caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg