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Easy Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes – A Fall Dessert You MUST Try

These Easy Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes combine everything you love about fall—warm cinnamon apples, buttery crisp topping, rich cheesecake filling, and a soft graham cracker crust—all in one perfect bite-size dessert. They’re creamy, cozy, sweet, lightly spiced, and built in layers that taste like mini apple pies meets cheesecake. Easy to assemble, quick to bake, and beautiful for fall parties, Thanksgiving, or cozy autumn nights at home, these mini cheesecakes deliver the perfect balance of crisp topping, creamy filling, and tender apple goodness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
chill time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 3/4 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons Brown sugar from the total
  • 5 1/2 tablespoons Unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 10 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 7 1/2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 Large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 Small apples peeled and diced
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Cornstarch
For the Crisp Topping
  • 1/3 cup Quick oats
  • 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 18 teaspoons All-purpose flour equivalent to 6 tablespoons
  • 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons Butter melted
For Finishing
  • Caramel sauce to drizzle
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Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. 🔹 PART 1 — PREP THE CRUST
Step 1 — Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Line muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
Step 2 — Make the Graham Cracker Crust
  1. In a bowl combine:
  2. Graham cracker crumbs
  3. 3 tbsp brown sugar
  4. Melted butter
  5. Mix until it resembles wet sand.
Step 3 — Press Into Liners
  1. Add 1 tablespoon of crust mixture to each liner.
  2. Press firmly using the back of a spoon.
  3. Set aside.
  4. 🔹 PART 2 — MAKE THE APPLE FILLING
Step 4 — Prepare Apples
  1. Peel and dice apples into small cubes.
  2. Toss with lemon juice.
Step 5 — Cook the Filling
  1. In a small saucepan add:
  2. Apples
  3. Brown sugar
  4. Cinnamon
  5. Nutmeg
  6. Cornstarch
  7. Cook on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until apples soften and sauce thickens.
Step 6 — Cool the Apple Mixture
  1. Remove from heat.
  2. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. 🔹 PART 3 — MAKE THE CHEESECAKE FILLING
Step 7 — Beat Cream Cheese
  1. Add softened cream cheese to a bowl.
  2. Beat until smooth.
Step 8 — Add Sugar & Flavor
  1. Add sugar.
  2. Add vanilla.
  3. Mix until creamy.
Step 9 — Add Egg
  1. Add the egg.
  2. Mix gently until just incorporated.
  3. 🔹 PART 4 — MAKE THE CRISP TOPPING
Step 10 — Combine Crisp Ingredients
  1. In a bowl mix:
  2. Quick oats
  3. Flour
  4. Brown sugar
  5. Cinnamon
  6. Nutmeg
  7. Melted butter
  8. Mix until crumbly.
  9. 🔹 PART 5 — ASSEMBLE MINI CHEESECAKES
Step 11 — Add Cheesecake Layer
  1. Spoon cheesecake filling over each crust (2 tablespoons each).
Step 12 — Add Apple Layer
  1. Spoon a small amount of cooked apples on top of cheesecake.
Step 13 — Add Crisp Topping
  1. Sprinkle crisp mixture evenly over each cheesecake.
  2. 🔹 PART 6 — BAKE & COOL
Step 14 — Bake
  1. Bake for 18–22 minutes until centers are set.
Step 15 — Cool Completely
  1. Let cool in the pan 30 minutes.
  2. Transfer to refrigerator for 2–3 hours.
  3. Mini cheesecakes taste best fully chilled.
Step 16 — Finish With Caramel
  1. Drizzle caramel sauce over each cheesecake.
  2. Serve cold.

Notes

🧊 Storage
Refrigerator
Store for 4–5 days.
Freezer
Freeze without caramel for 2 months.
Thaw in fridge overnight.
Room Temperature
Do not leave out more than 1 hour.
🥄 Variations
1. Apple Pie Mini Cheesecakes
Replace crisp topping with extra apples.
2. Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes
Add cinnamon sugar swirl to the filling.
3. Salted Caramel Mini Cheesecakes
Add a pinch of salt to caramel drizzle.
4. Maple Apple Mini Cheesecakes
Add 1 teaspoon maple extract for fall flavor.
5. Oat-Free Version
Replace oats with crushed graham crackers in the topping.
6. Nutmeg-Free
Skip nutmeg if making for kids.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Why did my cheesecakes crack?
Oven was too hot — keep at 325°F.
2. Why are they too soft?
They need more chilling time.
3. Can I use any apples?
Yes — Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Golden work best.
4. Can I skip the crisp topping?
Yes — they become classic apple cheesecakes.
5. Can I use muffin liners?
Yes — recommended for easy removal.
6. Can I melt butter in the microwave?
Yes — cool slightly before mixing.
7. Why is the crust crumbly?
Add 1 more tablespoon melted butter if needed.
8. Can I make these ahead?
Perfect make-ahead fall dessert — chill overnight.
9. Can I double the recipe?
Yes — bake two tins at once.
10. Can kids eat these?
Yes — no alcohol, kid-friendly.
🏁 Conclusion
These Easy Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes deliver everything delicious about fall in one bite: creamy cheesecake, warm cinnamon apples, crunchy oat topping, and a buttery crust. They’re easy to prepare, beautiful to serve, and bursting with cozy seasonal flavor. Whether you're baking for Thanksgiving, fall parties, or a sweet autumn treat at home, these mini cheesecakes will become a yearly favorite. Each bite is perfectly balanced, rich, spiced, and unforgettable.