No Bake Apple Cheesecake

Cheesecake is a year-round favorite, but when fall rolls in, it deserves a cozy seasonal twist. Enter the No Bake Apple Cheesecake — rich, creamy, and layered with the warm flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples. This dessert combines everything you love about traditional cheesecake with the comforting essence of apple pie, all without ever turning on the oven.

Perfect for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a simple fall treat, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake

• No oven needed: Saves time and keeps things simple.
• Full of fall flavor: Apples, cinnamon, and a buttery crust = autumn bliss.
• Make-ahead friendly: Chill it overnight and it’s ready to go.
• Crowd-pleaser: Looks elegant but takes minimal effort.

Ingredients

Crust

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed gingersnaps for extra spice)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks

Apple Cinnamon Topping

• 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
• Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzle)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl until combined.
2. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix until creamy.
3. Gently fold in the whipped cream until light and fluffy.
4. Spread filling evenly over the chilled crust.

Step 3: Cook the Apple Topping

1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples are tender.
3. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until thickened.
4. Let the topping cool completely.

Step 4: Assemble

1. Spoon the cooled apple mixture over the cheesecake filling.
2. Drizzle with caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
3. Refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set before slicing.

Variations

• Maple Apple Cheesecake: Replace brown sugar in topping with maple syrup.
• Apple Crisp Cheesecake: Sprinkle a crunchy oat topping over the apples before serving.
• Mini Versions: Use muffin tins with liners for individual cheesecakes.

Tips for Success

• Cool the apple topping fully before adding to the cheesecake, or it will melt the filling.
• Chill overnight for best texture and easy slicing.
• Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweet and tart.

Why This Cheesecake is the Perfect Fall Dessert

This No Bake Apple Cheesecake has all the creamy richness you expect from cheesecake, paired with the warm, spiced sweetness of apple pie. Every bite is smooth, cozy, and comforting — like fall wrapped in a forkful.

It’s the kind of dessert that makes guests go silent after the first bite… right before they ask for seconds.

Creamy, spiced, and irresistibly easy, this No Bake Apple Cheesecake proves that cheesecake just got the fall makeover it deserved.