Description
Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bread combines the best of three worlds: the cozy warmth of apple crisp, the creaminess of cheesecake, and the moist deliciousness of quick bread. This decadent loaf is perfect for fall mornings, an afternoon treat, or as a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crisp Topping:
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and sour cream.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Layer
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Prepare the Crisp Topping
- In a small bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 4: Assemble the Bread
- Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the batter, spreading it gently.
- Top with the remaining bread batter, then sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the top.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Choose Firm Apples: Varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape and add a tart balance to the sweetness.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: Mix just until combined to keep the bread tender.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter, cream cheese, and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Cuisine: American