Cheesecake stuffed apple pies (Printable Version)
Fried apple pies with creamy cheesecake and spiced apples, coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet finish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Filling
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2 apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and chopped
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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2 tablespoons light brown sugar
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
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1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
→ Cheesecake Mixture
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113 grams cream cheese, room temperature
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dough and Coating
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1 package store-bought pie crusts, biscuit dough, or empanada wrappers
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Vegetable oil for deep frying
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¼ cup granulated sugar combined with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating
→ Optional Toppings
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Caramel sauce for drizzling
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Powdered sugar for dusting
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples soften, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
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Combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth and free of lumps. Refrigerate briefly to firm the mixture.
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Roll out dough into circles measuring 10 to 13 cm in diameter. Place a spoonful of cheesecake filling onto the center of each circle, followed by a spoonful of apple filling. Fold the dough over to form half-moon shapes and seal edges by pressing with a fork, moistening edges with water or beaten egg to secure.
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Heat vegetable oil to 175°C (350°F) until 2.5 to 5 cm deep in a frying pan. Fry pies in batches until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
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While still warm, roll fried pies in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve plain or topped with caramel sauce or a dusting of powdered sugar as desired.
# Additional Notes:
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Use tart apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for balanced sweetness and texture.