Apple Cheesecake Slice

Creamy cheesecake, tender cinnamon apples, and a buttery base come together in this dreamy slice that tastes like autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

• 200 g digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
• 90 g unsalted butter, melted
• 500 g cream cheese, softened
• 150 g granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 200 ml sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a square or round baking tin with parchment paper.
2. Mix the crushed biscuits with melted butter until evenly coated, then press firmly into the base of the tin. Chill while you make the filling.
3. Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the sour cream and vanilla until creamy and lump-free.
4. Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
5. Toss the sliced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, then layer them evenly over the cheesecake mixture.
6. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top and gently spread it to cover the apples.
7. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still has a slight wobble. Cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours before slicing.
8. Cut into neat slices and serve cold for the best texture and flavor.

Tip: For an extra-special finish, brush the top with a little warm apricot jam or drizzle with caramel before serving.