If you’re searching for a show-stopping dessert that blends classic comfort with bakery-style indulgence, this Apple Crumble Cheesecake with Caramel Drizzle is exactly what you need. Creamy vanilla cheesecake, tender cinnamon-spiced apples, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a golden oat crumble topping—finished with a glossy caramel drizzle—come together in one unforgettable dessert.
Perfect for autumn gatherings, Thanksgiving, Christmas, dinner parties, or weekend baking, this cheesecake delivers deep flavor, luxurious texture, and a presentation that turns heads the moment it hits the table.
Why This Apple Crumble Cheesecake Is So Popular
This cheesecake stands out because it layers multiple classic desserts into one:
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🍎 Warm apple pie filling
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🧀 Rich, creamy baked cheesecake
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🥧 Crunchy graham cracker crust
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🍪 Golden brown crumble topping
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🍯 Sweet caramel drizzle
Each bite delivers contrast—smooth and creamy, soft and spiced, crunchy and buttery—all balanced perfectly.
Ingredients for Apple Crumble Cheesecake
For the Graham Cracker Crust
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the Apple Filling
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4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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½ cup water
For the Cheesecake Filling
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24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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1 cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Crumble Topping
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
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½ cup rolled oats
