Apple Danish Cheesecake
Apple Danish Cheesecake | This cheesecake starts with a delightful almond crust a thin layer of cheesecake all topped with tart apple slices rolled in a brown sugar cinnamon mixture and almonds. The perfect dessert for someone who can’t decide between a cheesecake or apple pie.
I love creating different kinds of desserts with apples. They’re good year round, affordable and very versatile. I can also create savory too! Like a Light Sauteed Cabbage and Apples, Potato Apple Casserole or Apple and Cheese Penne Pie.
Apple Danish Cheesecake
This cheesecake starts with a delightful almond crust a thin layer of cheesecake all topped with tart apple slices rolled in a brown sugar cinnamon mixture and almonds.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ground almonds
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
For the Filling:
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 large egg
For the Topping:
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups Granny Smith apples (about 4 apples), peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup almond slivers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Spray a 9-inch springform pan with non stick cooking spray.
For the Crust:
- Add the flour, almonds and sugar to a food processor; pulse a couple of times to combine.
- Place in the butter and almond extract; process until combined and crumbly.
- Pour into prepared pan, press up the sides (about 1-inch) and in the bottom; refrigerate 30 minutes.
For the Filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl mix together the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the cream of tarter and egg; mix again until combined.
- Pour onto prepared crust.
For the Topping:
- Add the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt and apple slices to a large mixing bowl; stir to combine.
- Spoon over the filling and sprinkle with almonds.
- Bake 50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
- Carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.
- Refrigerate overnight; remove sides of pan.
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I just wanted you to know that our family absolutely loves this cheesecake! I’ve made it several times for parties and gatherings. It’s just perfectly balanced. We sometimes add homemade caramel sauce when serving. Thank you so much for this winner!
That’s wonderful Vanessa! Thanks for letting me know. ♥