Description
Caramel Apple Dessert Cups are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and caramelized apples, all beautifully layered in individual servings. Perfect for any celebration or a cozy night in, these cups are not only easy to make but also visually stunning. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious cheesecake filling, and topped with warm caramelized apples, they promise to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. Whether served at a party or enjoyed as a treat after dinner, these dessert cups are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Caramelize the apples: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender; cool.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in whipped cream.
- Prepare the crumb layer: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and optional granulated sugar until it resembles damp sand.
- Assemble: Layer crumb mixture at the base of dessert cups, followed by cheesecake filling and caramelized apples. Drizzle with caramel.
- Garnish: Top with whipped cream, extra crumbs, or apple slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Skillet cooking and assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup (220g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg