Cranberry Apple Crumble Cheesecake Recipe
Cranberries and apples in a cheesecake? Sure, because we needed another reason to skip basic desserts. This Cranberry Apple Crumble Cheesecake Recipe is here to elevate your taste buds. Think tangy cranberries mixed with the sweet warmth of baked apples, all topped with a buttery crumble. The rich, velvety cheesecake filling pulls it all together. It’s like comfort food but with a bit of attitude. Whether you’re impressing guests or indulging in a little solo dessert therapy, this recipe is sure to leave you questioning why you ever settled for plain old pie.
Cranberry Apple Crumble Cheesecake Recipe
A creamy cheesecake topped with tangy cranberries, sweet apples, and a crunchy crumble. Sweet, tart, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 6 tbsp butter melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 3 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the cranberry-apple topping:
- 2 apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp lemon juice
For the crumble topping:
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 5 tbsp cold butter cubed
Instructions
- Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and lemon juice. Mix until creamy.
- Prepare the cranberry-apple topping: Toss apples and cranberries with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Make the crumble topping: Combine oats, almond flour, and brown sugar. Add cold butter and rub together until crumbs form.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour cheesecake mixture over crust. Layer cranberry-apple mixture on top and sprinkle with the crumble.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set.
- Cool and serve: Let the cheesecake cool before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/ Tips:
- Apple choice: Granny Smith apples work best here. Tart apples provide a nice contrast to the sweetness.
- Cranberries: If you don’t have fresh cranberries, frozen will do—just thaw them first.
- Make ahead: This cheesecake can be made up to 2 days in advance, so it’s perfect for holiday prep.
