Mini Salted Caramel Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bites

Name: Mini Salted Caramel Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Graham Cracker Crust + Streusel Crumble:; 1 1/2 cups Graham crackers, chopped (About 10 Graham Crackers); 2 tablespoons organic brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup rolled oats; 1/4 cup organic brown sugar + 2 Tbsps; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 pinch sea salt; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold + cubed; Cheesecake + Filling:; 12 ounces organic cream cheese (That's 1 1/2 packs!); 1/2 cup pure cane sugar; 3 tablespoons organic all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt; 2-3 medium granny smith apples, peeled + diced; 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

Graham Cracker Crust + Streusel Crumble:
1 1/2 cups Graham crackers, chopped (About 10 Graham Crackers)
2 tablespoons organic brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup organic brown sugar + 2 Tbsps
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch sea salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold + cubed
Cheesecake + Filling:
12 ounces organic cream cheese (That's 1 1/2 packs!)
1/2 cup pure cane sugar
3 tablespoons organic all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
2-3 medium granny smith apples, peeled + diced
2 teaspoons lemon juice

1
Place all crust ingredients in a medium bowl and crush everything together until in small crumbles. Spoon 1 Tbsp of crust ingredients into the bottoms of each cupcake liner and press firmly with fingers until even and flat. Set aside.
2
Streusel Crumble: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and sea salt. Add in the cold butter and using your fingers, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until it turns into small crumbles. Set aside.
3
Toss together the diced apples in lemon juice and set aside.
4
In the bowl of an electric mixer, mix together on low speed: the cream cheese, pure cane sugar, and flour until combined. Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl if needed.
5
Next, add the vanilla extract and the first egg and beat slowly until mostly combined. Then add the remaining egg and mix until well combined, still mixing everything on low speed. Next, add the greek yogurt and a pinch of cinnamon (I always love taking flavor to another level).
6
Add a small amount of filling to each cupcake liner (about 2 Tbsps), repeating until all batter is used.
7
Evenly top the cheesecake filling with diced apples and then the streusel crumble (See Recipe Notes), ensuring that topping is well packed within the cupcake cavity.
8
Bake the cheesecakes for 20-25 minutes, then turn off the oven and allow them to sit in the oven for another 5 minutes with the oven door halfway open to avoid cheesecakes from deflating. **NOTE: When baking, I always prepare a medium pot with water and add it to the oven as well, to keep cheesecake temperature even and to add moisture.**
9
Remove cheesecakes from the oven and allow them to continue to cool for another 15-20 minutes, before putting them in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
10
Once cooled, drizzle with homemade salted caramel sauce and enjoy!
11
Bon Appetite!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Graham Cracker Crust + Streusel Crumble:, 1 1/2 cups Graham crackers, chopped (About 10 Graham Crackers), 2 tablespoons organic brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Mini Salted Caramel Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bites falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!