Description
This delightful Snickerdoodle Cream Cheese Apple Pie combines a rich, creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked to perfection in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a comforting dessert with classic flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pie crust dough (store-bought or homemade)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Apple Topping
- 2–3 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature by the time your pie is assembled.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Roll out the pie crust dough and carefully fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough from the edges and flute the edges to create a decorative border.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, mixing thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
- Assemble Filling: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly to create a smooth base layer.
- Arrange Apples: Neatly arrange the thinly sliced apples over the cream cheese layer in a spiral pattern, starting from the outer edge and working inward for an attractive presentation.
- Mix Spices and Sugar: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to create a flavorful topping.
- Sprinkle Spiced Sugar: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the arranged apple slices to infuse them with warm, sweet spice flavor.
- Add Butter and Brown Sugar: Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the apples, then sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to enhance caramelization during baking.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving to let the filling set and flavors meld beautifully.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier pie, you can add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Letting the pie cool fully is important to maintain slicing shape and prevent the filling from being too runny.
- For an extra touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Snickerdoodle, Cream Cheese, Apple Pie, Dessert, Baked Pie, Cinnamon, Spiced Apples, Fall Dessert
