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Cozy Apple Pie Cheesecake Bites

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These cozy apple pie cheesecake bites combine a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake, and cinnamon-spiced apple topping for an easy, festive Thanksgiving dessert that’s a crowd favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs or crushed digestive biscuits
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 medium apples (about 2 cups diced) – Fuji or Honeycrisp
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons (40g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of crust mixture firmly into each cup of a mini muffin pan to create an even base. Set aside.
  4. Using an electric mixer, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and beat again.
  5. Mix in egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream or Greek yogurt. Beat until combined and silky smooth.
  6. Spoon cheesecake batter over crusts, filling each muffin cup about ¾ full. Smooth the tops.
  7. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
  8. Sauté apples gently for 5-7 minutes until softened but still holding shape and sugar caramelizes slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
  9. Top each cheesecake-filled muffin cup with about 1 tablespoon of the warm apple mixture.
  10. Bake in preheated oven for 18-22 minutes until cheesecake layer is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  11. Cool bites on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  12. Use a small knife to loosen edges and pop bites out of the pan before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Sauté apples to caramelize and soften them, enhancing flavor and texture. Chill bites for at least 2 hours for best texture and clean slices. Can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen. For vegan or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients as noted.

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