Description
A cozy and indulgent layered dessert combining spiced apple pie filling, buttery crumble, and creamy cheesecake mousse, topped with whipped cream and caramel pecan garnish. Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- Apple Layer:
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- Crumble Layer:
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers or baked pie crust crumbles
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Topping:
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
- Candied pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the apples: In a saucepan, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until apples are soft and caramelized. Let cool.
- Make the cheesecake layer: Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream to create a light mousse texture.
- Assemble the trifle: In serving glasses, layer crumble, apple mixture, and cheesecake mousse. Repeat the layers.
- Top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel, and candied pecans if desired.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use store-bought graham cracker crumbs or pie crust crumbles for an easier option.
- If desired, add extra spices like clove or ginger to the apple filling for a deeper flavor.
- Chill the trifles for a longer time if possible to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
