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Apple Crisp Cheesecake Muffins – Creamy, Crunchy & Fall-Inspired!
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Apple Crisp Cheesecake Muffins

Indulge in the perfect fall treat with these bakery-style Apple Crisp Cheesecake Muffins. Each muffin features a moist, spiced apple-infused crumb hidden around a velvety, rich cream cheese center, all topped with a buttery, crunchy oat and brown sugar streusel. These muffins offer a sophisticated flavor profile that balances tanginess and warmth, making them an ideal choice for a cozy morning breakfast or a comforting afternoon snack. Perfectly accessible for home bakers, they bring a professional touch to your kitchen with every golden-brown batch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1.5 cups diced apples (Honeycrisp or Gala)
  • 0.5 cup old fashioned oats
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Beat the softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup sugar and a splash of vanilla until smooth, then chill for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and 1 tsp cinnamon.
  4. In a separate container, whisk the eggs and milk.
  5. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Gently stir the diced apples into the batter.
  7. Scoop 1 tablespoon of batter into each lined muffin cup.
  8. Place a small spoonful of the chilled cheesecake mixture into the center of each cup.
  9. Cover with the remaining batter until the cups are nearly full.
  10. Mix oats, brown sugar, melted butter, and remaining cinnamon to create the topping and sprinkle over the muffins.
  11. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake part comes out clean.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before beating to avoid lumps. For the best rise, do not overmix the batter once the flour is added. Store leftover muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese filling.