Mini Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bites – Irresistible Treats Recipe
Indulge in these Mini Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bites for a delightful treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet, caramelized flavor of apples. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, these mini bites are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes 24 mini cheesecake bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
For the Caramelized Apple Topping:
- 1 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or your choice)
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Optional Garnish:
- Whipped cream
Optional Substitutions:
- Gluten-free graham crackers
- Dairy-free cream cheese
- Honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Crust – Preheat oven. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into liners and bake.
- Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling – Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Add eggs. Pour over crust.
- Step 3: Caramelize the Apples – Cook apples, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon until tender and caramelized.
- Step 4: Add the Topping and Bake – Top cheesecake with apple mixture and caramel sauce. Bake until set.
- Step 5: Chill and Serve – Refrigerate, garnish with whipped cream and caramel sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake bite
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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