Description
Enjoy these No-Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake Parfaits, a creamy and spiced apple dessert perfect for cozy fall nights. This recipe is quick to prepare and offers a beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crust:
- 1 cup Graham Crackers
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoons Organic Sugar
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Organic Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Organic Heavy Whipping Cream
- For the Apple Topping:
- 3 medium Granny Smith Apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup Organic Light Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 tablespoon Xanthan Gum or Corn Starch
- For the Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup Organic Caramel Dip
Instructions
- Make the Apple Filling: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine ground cinnamon, organic light brown sugar, sea salt, and xanthan gum or cornstarch. Add the chopped Granny Smith apples. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring gently until the mixture is bubbling and the apples are slightly softened. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: In a food processor, crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbs with melted unsalted butter and organic sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this crust mixture firmly into the bottom of your serving cups or jars, using the back of a spoon to create an even layer. Set aside to firm up.
- Create the Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with organic sugar until completely smooth and creamy. Add the pure vanilla extract, mixing well to combine. Gradually pour in the organic heavy whipping cream, continuing to beat the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Whip Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, pour in another cup of organic heavy whipping cream and add a tablespoon of sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium-high speed to beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold this whipped cream into the cheesecake filling to enhance its creaminess.
- Assemble the Parfaits: In your prepared cups, start layering the dessert. Add a scoop of the graham cracker crust, followed by a generous layer of the cheesecake filling. Drizzle with the organic caramel dip, then add a layer of the spiced apple mixture. Repeat the layers until the cups are filled to the brim, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top for garnish.
- Garnish and Serve: For an additional touch, sprinkle leftover graham cracker crumbs and place a few thin apple slices on top of each parfait. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the layers and allow the flavors to meld together. Serve these delightful No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake Parfaits cold.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese and heavy whipping cream, are at room temperature for smooth blending and better texture.
- Avoid freezing the parfaits to maintain their texture; they are best enjoyed fresh or stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free graham crackers or crushed nuts in the crust.
- For dairy-free options, use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream and a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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