Want to bring the caramel apple to the next level? Here are these cute Mini Caramel Apple Cheesecakes that are vegan, no-bake, and hell-yeah delicious!
6-10Tbspdrinking waterdepending on the dryness of the dates
4Tbspwalnutsroughly chopped
Instructions
To make the apple topping first
Peel and core the apple. Chop it into small pieces.
Add the chopped apple and ground cinnamon to a small pot over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until the apples get soft, stir occasionally. Add a dash of hot water to prevent sticking along the way.
Once the apples are soft, turn off the heat and let the apples cool while we move on.
In a food processor or a blender, add the pitted dates, maple syrup, salt, and water. Blend to make them into date puree. Depending on the consistency, you might want to add another 2-4 Tbsp of water fo help blending.
Transfer the date puree to a bowl. Set it aside for the final assembly.
To make the base
In the same food processor/blender, add the pitted dates. Chop them into fine pieces.
Then add the rest ingredients. Continue to process until all come together. If the mixture is a bit dry, add a bit of water to help binding.
Grab two 6-cup muffin pans. Place cupcake liners (I use silicone ones) in the pan.
Divide the base mixture into the cupcake liners. Use your finger or a spoon to press them down firmly. Place the pans into the freezer while we make the filling.
To make the cheesecake filling
Drain out the water from the soaked cashews. Give them a rinse.
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Assembly
Remove the pans from the freezer. Pour the filling onto the base. Wiggle the pan a gently to even the mixture out. Return to the freezer for 30 minutes to let the cheesecake layer set.
Go bake to our date puree. To assemble our caramel apple mixture, add the date puree and walnuts to the soft apples. Mix them together.
Once the cheesecake layer is set, remove the pans from the freezer. Spread the caramel apple mixture onto the cheesecake layer.
Freeze them for another 2-3 hours until all set. Remove from the pans and enjoy!