Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples
Cheesecake stuffed baked apples are a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of tender baked apples with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a beautiful and mouthwatering dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Serve these warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra touch of indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Core each apple, leaving about half an inch at the bottom to hold the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and optional pecans; mix until smooth.
- Stuff each apple generously with the cheesecake mixture.
- Place stuffed apples upright in the baking dish and add half an inch of water to the bottom.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender but not mushy. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For a lighter option, swap cream cheese for ricotta. - Add chocolate chips or dried fruit to the filling for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or oven.