Description
Apple Delight is a layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, spiced apple topping, and a whipped cream finish. This indulgent treat is perfect for fall or anytime you want a comforting dessert packed with apple goodness. Easy to make and irresistible!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Layer:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whipped topping or freshly whipped cream
For the Apple Topping:
4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons water
For the Whipped Cream Topping:
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into a 9×13-inch dish and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping or freshly whipped cream. Spread over the cooled crust and refrigerate.
- Cook the Apple Topping: In a skillet, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Cook for 8-10 minutes until apples are tender and coated in syrup. Let cool completely.
- Whip the Cream Topping: Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble: Spread the cooled apple topping over the cheesecake layer. Top with whipped cream. Garnish with cinnamon, crushed graham crackers, or caramel drizzle if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Apple Variety: A mix of tart (like Granny Smith) and sweet apples (like Honeycrisp) gives the best flavor and texture.
Make-Ahead: This dessert can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Freezing: Apple Delight can be frozen without the whipped cream topping for up to 2 months. Thaw before serving and add whipped cream fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: Approximately 340 kcal per serving
