Description
A delightful dessert that combines baked apples with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, offering a comforting yet intriguing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Core the apples, creating a cavity for the cheesecake mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Stir in oats and chopped nuts (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.
- Fill each apple with the cheesecake mixture using a spoon.
- Sprinkle brown sugar on top of each stuffed apple. Place them in a baking dish with a splash of water.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or chilled; pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed apple
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
