Description

A rich New York–style cheesecake layered with cinnamon-spiced apples, a buttery oatmeal crumble, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. This comforting dessert combines the best of apple crisp and classic cheesecake, perfect for fall gatherings and holidays.

Ingredients

3 cups graham cracker crumbs

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large apples (Granny Smith or Gala), peeled and thinly sliced

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cup quick oats

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

24 ounces full-fat cream cheese, room temperature

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature

3 large eggs, room temperature

Salted caramel sauce (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Wrap a 9-inch springform pan with foil and lightly grease it.
Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until combined, then press firmly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes.
Toss sliced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon and set aside.
For the crisp topping, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and oats. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
Beat cream cheese with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in cinnamon and cornstarch, then add sour cream and vanilla.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
Pour cheesecake filling over the baked crust. Evenly layer cinnamon apples on top, then sprinkle with oat crumble.
Place the pan in a larger roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center is slightly wobbly.
Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Granny Smith apples add tartness, while Gala apples provide more sweetness.

A water bath helps prevent cracks, but the cheesecake can be baked without one.

The cheesecake tastes even better after chilling overnight.

Optional add-ins include chopped pecans or walnuts in the crumble topping.

Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 145mg