In a revolutionary twist on traditional desserts, creamy cheesecake is carefully encased within a succulent apple, then finished with a rich drizzle of caramel sauce.
Baked Cheesecake-Stuffed Apples: A Decadent Vegan and Gluten-Free TreatFreshly picked apples, vegan cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsweetened almond milk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, and a pinch of salt.Vegan and gluten-free indulgence awaits: Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples Recipe
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Core six apples, leaving a small base intact for stability. In a bowl, cream together vegan cream cheese, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples: A Decadent Vegan and Gluten-Free Delight
Baked Cheesecake-Stuffed Apples: A Decadent Vegan and Gluten-Free Treat
Freshly picked apples, vegan cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsweetened almond milk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, and a pinch of salt.
- 4 small apples, carefully hollowed
- 1/2 cup of cashews, rehydrated for 2 to 4 hours
- 1/3 cup filtered water
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Three ripe Medjool dates, briefly submerged in warm water (approximately 10 minutes) to expedite softening.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour – suitable for a soft-set consistency. Two tablespoons of coconut flour to achieve a firmer set in your cheesecake recipe? What’s a snickerdoodle without its signature oozy cream cheese filling? The secret to this heavenly dessert lies in the subtle blend of tangy and sweet.
- Optional toppings: a medley of nuts and sweet spices, including chopped pecans, walnuts, almonds, toasted with a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Vegan caramel sauce, for drizzling
Vegan and gluten-free indulgence awaits: Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples Recipe
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Core six apples, leaving a small base intact for stability. In a bowl, cream together vegan cream cheese, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange hallowed apples in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Combine cashews, water, freshly squeezed lemon juice, medjool dates, a drizzle of pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of flaky sea salt in a powerful high-speed blender, then whirl until the mixture reaches a silky, creamy consistency. Soaking your cashews and blending them gradually, from low to high speed with a regular blender, should also yield effective results. You may need to add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of water, if required, or pause to incorporate any ingredients that have accumulated on the edges with a spatula. Taste and adjust the flavor to your liking by adding a squeeze of extra lemon juice if needed.
- With the desired amount of coconut flour added, blend the mixture on a low speed to ensure the flour is fully incorporated and evenly distributed throughout the ingredients.
- Prior to incorporating cheesecake into the apples, consider augmenting the mixture with various optional additives, including a handful of plump raisins, a light dusting of coconut sugar, a pinch of warm nutmeg and cinnamon, or a teaspoon or two of finely chopped nuts, within the hollowed apple cavities. The cheesecake was then added, its creamy texture filling the hollow spaces within the apple evenly, reaching all the way to the top.
- Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the apples are tender and juicy. Crown with a scattering of crunchy chopped nuts and drizzle with a rich, velvety caramel sauce for a sweet and satisfying finish.
