Description
Apple cinnamon cheesecake delight—creamy, spiced, and layered with cozy fall flavors. A no-bake treat perfect for holidays or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 container no-bake cheesecake filling (store-bought, near the cream cheese section)
Pudding Layer
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
Apple Layer
- 1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
- 1 container Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream
- Cinnamon sugar (for garnish)
- Crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix together the cinnamon graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand and is fully combined.
- Chill the Crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 13×9-inch baking dish to form an even layer. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes so the crust can set.
- Add Cheesecake Layer: Evenly spread the no-bake cheesecake filling over the chilled graham cracker crust. Use a spatula to smooth it out, making sure to reach all the edges.
- Make the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk for about 2 minutes until the pudding thickens.
- Spread the Pudding Layer: Gently spread the thickened vanilla pudding over the cheesecake layer in the dish, smoothing it out evenly.
- Add Apple Pie Filling: Spoon the apple pie filling evenly over the pudding layer, spreading it to cover.
- Sprinkle with Cinnamon: Evenly sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the top of the apple layer for a warming flavor boost.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Spread a generous layer of Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream over the apple layer, covering completely.
- Chill the Dessert: Place the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until fully set and cold throughout.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish the top with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and a handful of crushed graham crackers. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Chill longer for cleaner slices; overnight is ideal if you have time.
- You can substitute homemade whipped cream for Cool Whip if preferred.
- Try using low-fat cream cheese filling and light whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Use fresh cinnamon apples instead of canned pie filling for a homemade twist.
- Best served chilled and enjoyed within 2-3 days for ultimate freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12th of recipe
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg