Description
Indulge in the luscious layers of Caramel Apple Cheesecake Parfaits, where creamy cheesecake meets the sweet crunch of caramelized apples. Each spoonful offers a delightful contrast of smooth, velvety texture and the juicy burst of fresh apples, all drizzled with rich caramel sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- For the Caramel Apples:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- For Assembly:
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the apples are tender and caramelized.
- To assemble, start with a layer of graham cracker crumbs at the bottom of a parfait glass.
- Add a layer of the cheesecake mixture, followed by a layer of the caramelized apples.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce, then repeat the layers until the glass is full, finishing with a layer of caramel sauce on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These parfaits can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped cream for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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