If you’re craving a cozy dessert with a touch of fall flavor, these Mini Apple Pie Cheesecakes are for you! Made in the air fryer and portioned perfectly for two, these cheesecakes are a blend of creamy, spiced goodness with a buttery graham cracker crust and a sweet apple pie topping. The air fryer makes this dessert quick, easy, and ideal for satisfying those fall dessert cravings without a ton of prep. Here’s everything you need to create this dreamy dessert right in your own kitchen!
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Cheesecakes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your cream cheese and egg are at room temperature. This helps create a smooth filling without lumps.
- Use Smaller Apple Chunks: If your apple pie filling has large pieces, chop them a bit before adding them on top of the cheesecake. This ensures even bites of apple flavor in each spoonful.
- Don’t Overcook: Cheesecake continues to set as it cools, so a slight jiggle in the center when you pull it from the air fryer is perfect. Overcooking can lead to a dense, less creamy texture.
- I use this Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer! It’s got a large basket and easily fits both mini cheesecakes!
- For the ramekins I use 2 6 ounce ramekins. You can typically find these at your local grocery store or Walmart!
Why You’ll Love These Mini Apple Pie Cheesecakes
These little cheesecakes are a perfect blend of rich, creamy cheesecake with a buttery crust and cozy apple topping. Making them in the air fryer adds a convenient twist to traditional baking—no need to heat up the whole oven, and they’re ready in a fraction of the time. Plus, with just two servings, they’re great for portion control or a cozy dessert for two.
Whether you’re an air fryer enthusiast or just looking for an easy dessert recipe with fall flavors, these Mini Apple Pie Cheesecakes will be a hit. Enjoy this little indulgence as a sweet treat after dinner or a cozy snack on a crisp day!
Mini Apple Pie Cheesecakes
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
For the crust:
- ¼ cup Graham crackers, crushed
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
For the cheesecake:
- 8 oz full fat cream cheese room temperature
- 5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk room temperature
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the topping:
- ⅓ cup canned apple pie filling
Instructions
For the crust:
- Select Bake on the air fryer and preheat to 300°F and allow it to preheat. In a small bowl, mix together the Graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar and melted butter. Press into and even layer on the bottom of two 6-ounce ramekins.
For the cheesecake:
- In a large mixing bowl using either a hand held mixer or stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add in the egg yolk, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two ramekins and smooth out the top.
- Once the Air Fryer is preheated, place both ramekins in the fry basket and bake for 20 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch with a slight jiggle. Carefully remove with tongs or oven mitts and allow to cool completely uncovered then refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. When ready to serve, top with apple pie filling and enjoy!