Description
These cheesecake-stuffed apples are a delightful fall treat. They’re like an inside-out caramel apple with a creamy cheesecake filling baked right into hollowed-out apples. Enjoy a warm, decadent dessert that’s perfect for the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala work well)
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: caramel sauce, chopped nuts, whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and dry the apples. Cut off the top 1/2 inch of each apple and set aside.
- Using a spoon or melon baller, carefully scoop out the core and seeds from each apple, creating a hollow cavity. Be careful not to go through the bottom or sides of the apple.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the granulated sugar, flour, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the hollowed-out apples, filling them to the brim.
- Place the filled apples in a baking dish. You can pour about 1/4 inch of water into the bottom of the dish to help keep the apples moist.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork and the filling is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Top with caramel sauce, chopped nuts, or whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
- For a more caramel apple flavor, you can drizzle caramel sauce over the top before baking.
- If you prefer a softer apple, you can par-boil them for a few minutes before stuffing and baking.
- Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple
- Calories: Approximately 350-450 (will vary based on toppings)
- Sugar: Approximately 30-40g
- Sodium: Approximately 150-200mg
- Fat: Approximately 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 40-50g
- Fiber: Approximately 4-6g
- Protein: Approximately 5-7g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 50-60mg