Mini Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bites: Irresistible Treats for Cozy Gatherings
Bite-sized cheesecake treats featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, spiced apple filling, and a decadent salted caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cups Granny Smith apples, finely diced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Mix Graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into mini muffin tins.
- Sauté diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch until thickened.
- Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Place a small amount of apple mixture into each crust, then top with cheesecake batter.
- Bake at 325°F for 15-20 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Drizzle with salted caramel and top with an apple piece before serving.