β 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs πͺ
β β
cup (65g) granulated sugar
β Β½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted π§
β 1 tsp cinnamon (optional for extra flavor)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
β 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened π§
β 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
β 3 large eggs, room temperature π₯
β β
cup (160ml) sour cream π₯
β 1 tsp vanilla extract πΏ
β Β½ tsp cinnamon
For the Apple Pie Topping:
β 3 large apples, peeled, cored & diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best!) π
β ΒΌ cup (50g) brown sugar
β 1 tbsp granulated sugar
β 1 tsp cinnamon
β ΒΌ tsp nutmeg
β 1 tbsp lemon juice π
β 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
For the Optional Streusel Topping (Extra Crunch!):
β Β½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour πΎ
β ΒΌ cup (50g) brown sugar
β ΒΌ cup (50g) cold butter, cubed π§
β Β½ tsp cinnamon
β Optional Garnishes:
- Caramel sauce drizzle π―
- Whipped cream
- Chopped pecans or walnuts