A creamy fall cheesecake layered with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a golden oat crumble. Cozy, rich, and full of seasonal flavor.
Crust:
200g digestive biscuits or graham crackers
100g melted butter
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
Cheesecake Filling:
600g cream cheese
150g sour cream
150g granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
Apple Layer:
2 medium apples, peeled and diced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
Crumble Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). Prepare pan with parchment and grease.
Make crust: mix crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press into pan and bake for 8–10 min. Cool.
Cook diced apples with butter, sugar, and spices until softened. Set aside.
Make cheesecake filling: beat cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and cornstarch. Add eggs one at a time.
Pour filling over crust. Top with apple mixture.
Mix crumble ingredients and sprinkle over the top.
Bake in water bath for 55–65 min. Cool in oven, then chill 6+ hours.
Slice and serve with whipped cream or caramel drizzle.
Use a water bath for best texture.
Store chilled for up to 4 days.
Freeze individual slices for longer storage.