Thanksgiving Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes

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Thanksgiving Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes on white marble with caramel drizzle
Perfectly creamy mini cheesecakes with spiced apples and crisp topping.

Small in size, huge in flavor that’s what these Thanksgiving Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes are all about.
Each bite delivers creamy cheesecake, warm spiced apples, and buttery oat crumble. They’re elegant enough for your Thanksgiving dessert table yet easy enough to bake in a muffin pan.

Close-up of mini apple crisp cheesecake showing crust, cheesecake filling, apples, and crumble topping
Layered mini cheesecakes creamy, crunchy, and full of fall flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These mini cheesecakes bring all the cozy flavors of apple pie and cheesecake together in perfectly portioned bites.

  • Creamy cheesecake base with a buttery graham crust
  • Warm cinnamon apples in every bite
  • Golden crisp topping that stays crunchy
  • Make-ahead friendly ideal for busy holiday prep
Stack of mini apple crisp cheesecakes drizzled with caramel on white marble
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Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Apple Layer

  • 2 apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), finely diced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

For the Crisp Topping

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed
  • Pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

Combine graham crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press into muffin liners. Bake for 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon evenly over crusts.

Step 3: Cook the Apples

Sauté diced apples with butter, sugar, and cinnamon for 3–4 minutes until tender. Let cool.

Step 4: Add the Topping

Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, butter, and salt until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples.

Step 5: Bake & Chill

Bake 18–20 minutes until set and golden. Cool completely, then refrigerate 2 hours.

Muffin pan filled with mini apple crisp cheesecakes before baking
Ready-to-bake mini cheesecakes topped with apples and crumble.

Thanksgiving Bite-Sized Delight

These mini cheesecakes are the ultimate crowd-pleasers.
They fit perfectly on a dessert platter, portioned just right for guests who want to “taste a little of everything.” The single-serving size makes cleanup simple no slicing, no mess, all smiles.

Mini apple crisp cheesecakes arranged on a tiered dessert stand
Elegant Thanksgiving dessert display perfect for parties.

Crisp Topping Science 🧈

The secret to a crisp topping that stays crunchy even after chilling?
Use cold butter and a higher oat ratio. Once baked, the butter creates tiny steam pockets that turn the oats golden and crisp locking in crunch that lasts for days.

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

  • Make Ahead: Bake the day before, chill overnight, and drizzle with caramel before serving.
  • Fridge: Store up to 4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezer: Freeze un-topped cheesecakes for 1 month; add crisp before serving.

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought apple pie filling?
Yes, just reduce the sugar in your apple layer.

2. Can I skip the oats?
Yes, use crushed graham crackers for a softer texture.

3. How do I know they’re baked through?
The centers should jiggle slightly they’ll firm up as they cool.

Conclusion

These Thanksgiving Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes are small in size but big in flavor creamy, crunchy, and perfectly festive. The kind of dessert that makes every bite feel like a celebration.

✨ Try them this Thanksgiving and tag @EatTreatsRecipes on Pinterest or Instagram because comfort should always be this delicious!

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