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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Candy Apples

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Candy Apples

Indulge in these Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Candy Apples, a decadent twist on a classic dessert that will impress everyone.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 apples
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apples
  • 6 medium apples Crisp apples
  • 6 sturdy sticks or striped paper straws For holding the apples
For the Coating
  • 12 oz white candy melts or white chocolate chips Melted for coating
  • 2 tbsp vegetable shortening or heavy cream To achieve a smooth coating
  • 1 tsp cheesecake extract or vanilla extract For flavor
For the Strawberry Crunch
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries Crushed
  • 15 cookies Golden Oreos Finely crushed
  • 2 tbsp melted butter To bind mixture
For the Drizzle
  • 4 oz red candy melts or strawberry-flavored chocolate For a glossy finish
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil To make drizzle smooth
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream For airy topping
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar Sweetens the whipped cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese Luscious base for whipped cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor
For Garnish
  • 6 small fresh strawberries For presentation
  • 2 tbsp pink sugar crystals or strawberry crunch crumbs Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • piping bag
  • Microwave
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Dip them in hot water to remove wax, then dry. Insert a stick or straw into each apple and chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Crush Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor or bag until fine crumbs. Mix in melted butter to create coarse sand. Spread on parchment-lined tray to cool.
  3. Melt white candy melts with shortening in microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in cheesecake extract. Dip each apple in melted coating, swirling to cover evenly, then roll in strawberry crunch.
  4. Melt red candy melts with vegetable oil until fluid. Drizzle over coated apples using a piping bag or spoon. Allow to set completely.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla, whipping until stiff peaks form. Pipe a swirl on each apple.
  6. Place a fresh strawberry on each whipped cream swirl, and sprinkle with pink sugar or additional strawberry crunch. Keep chilled until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure apples are thoroughly dried after washing to avoid coating slipping off. Heat candy melts in short intervals to maintain smooth texture. Allow ample time for apples to firm up after coating.

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