Caramel Apple Crisp Cheesecake Pie is a rich and comforting dessert that combines three delicious layers: a creamy cheesecake filling, warm cinnamon-spiced apples, and a buttery crisp topping. Finished with a drizzle of caramel sauce, this pie is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or whenever you want an indulgent treat.
⏱️ Recipe Details
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
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Bake Time: 50–60 minutes
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Total Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes
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Servings: 8–10
🛒 Ingredients
For the Crust
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1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the Cheesecake Layer
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 egg
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Apple Filling
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3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
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¼ cup brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Crisp Topping
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup rolled oats
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¼ cup cold butter, cubed
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
For Topping
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¼ cup caramel sauce for drizzling
🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add egg and vanilla and mix until creamy.
Spread the mixture evenly over the pie crust.
3. Make the Apple Filling
In another bowl, combine apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
Spread the apples over the cheesecake layer.
4. Prepare the Crisp Topping
Mix flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon.
Cut in the cold butter using a fork until crumbly.
5. Add the Topping
Sprinkle the crisp mixture evenly over the apples.
6. Bake
Bake for 50–60 minutes until the topping is golden and the apples are tender.
7. Finish with Caramel
Let the pie cool slightly, then drizzle caramel sauce over the top before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
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Add extra caramel drizzle for a richer dessert.
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Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
💡 Tips & Variations
Best apples to use:
Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji hold their shape well when baked.
Make ahead:
Bake the pie a day before and refrigerate; warm slices before serving.
Extra flavor:
Add ½ teaspoon apple pie spice to the apple filling.
Storage:
Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
