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Vegan Apple Crumble Cheesecake

VEGAN APPLE CRUMBLE CHEESECAKE

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Indulge in the delightful Vegan Apple Crumble Cheesecake—a dessert that wraps you in warmth and comfort! This creamy cheesecake features a luscious cashew-tofu filling layered with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a crunchy biscoff crumble. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy evening treat, this dessert is sure to impress everyone with its rich flavors and textures. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this vegan dessert is not only satisfying but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite fruits or spices. Once you take a bite, you’ll see why this recipe is a beloved staple!

Ingredients

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  • 330 g vegan-friendly cookies (e.g., Biscoff cookies)
  • 150 g vegan butter or coconut oil (melted)
  • 3 large apples (peeled and diced)
  • 50 g brown sugar (¼ cup)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 68 g all-purpose flour (½ cup + 1 tbsp)
  • 50 g brown sugar (¼ cup)
  • 70 g vegan butter or coconut oil
  • 40 g oats (6½ tbsp)
  • ½ cup chopped nuts
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
  • 260 g cashews (unsalted and preferably raw)
  • 250 g firm silken tofu
  • ½ cup maple syrup or sugar
  • ¾ cup vegan yogurt (or more blended silken tofu)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Mix crushed cookies with melted vegan butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. In a pot, cook diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Combine flour, brown sugar, oats, nuts, cinnamon, and melted vegan butter in a bowl to create the crumble topping.
  4. Blend cashews, silken tofu, maple syrup, vegan yogurt, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  5. Layer the cooked apples in the crust, top with the crumble mixture, then pour the cheesecake filling over it. Bake for about 75 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Allow to cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours before serving.

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