Description
Rich layers of creamy cheesecake and classic apple crisp merge in this irresistible apple crisp cheesecake bread. Homemade comfort shines through each delectable slice, promising warmth and indulgence that welcomes you to savor every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups (188 g) all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1.5 tsps baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsps vanilla extract
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- 3 tbsps (23 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 tbsps (25 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (26 g) quick-cooking oats
- ⅓ cup (73 g) light brown sugar
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preparation: Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with baking spray and create a parchment paper sling. Position the oven rack in the lower third and preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Topping Creation: Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Blend with melted butter until crumbly, then refrigerate the mixture to firm up.
- Apple Seasoning: Toss diced apples with a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon, allowing them to develop a rich, syrupy consistency.
- Batter Foundation: Cream butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Integrate eggs one at a time, then gently fold in flour, baking powder, and salt, alternating with milk to create a smooth batter.
- Cheesecake Layer: Whip cream cheese with sugar, flour, and vanilla until silky. Minimally fold in the egg to maintain a delicate texture.
- Assembly: Layer half the bread batter in the pan, distribute apple pieces, and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Carefully spread cheesecake filling over the apples, avoiding the pan’s edges.
- Finishing Touches: Top with remaining batter, arrange additional apple pieces, and generously cover with the chilled crisp topping.
- Baking Process: Bake for 55-70 minutes, tenting with foil if the surface browns too quickly. The bread is done when a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cooling and Glazing: Rest the bread in the pan for 20-30 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Once completely cooled, drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Notes
- Prepare Ahead: Chill crisp topping beforehand to enhance crumbly texture and prevent soggy consistency during baking.
- Apple Selection: Choose firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for balanced sweetness and structural integrity in the bread.
- Prevent Sinking: Toss apple pieces in flour before layering to prevent fruit from dropping to bottom of bread during baking.
- Temperature Control: Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter and even mixing, which guarantees consistent texture throughout the bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg