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Apple Cheesecake Buns

Irresistible Apple Cheesecake Buns with Sweet Crumble Topping

Delight in the luscious Apple Cheesecake Buns, combining creamy filling and sweet apples for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pre-made Dough Use refrigerated or frozen dough for a quick and easy base.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Provides richness; variations can be mascarpone or ricotta.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for sweetening.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced Apples Choose tart varieties like Granny Smith.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust to taste.
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Delivers rich flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Butter Cubed and chilled for best texture.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Use to thin out the glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pre-made dough on a floured surface until 1/4 inch thick, cut into rectangles or circles.
  2. Make Filling: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in diced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Assemble Buns: Place a spoonful of cheesecake filling on each piece of dough, fold/roll, and seal edges.
  4. Prepare Crumble: Mix flour and brown sugar, add cold butter, combine until coarse crumbs form. Sprinkle over buns.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), bake buns for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  6. Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth and drizzle-able.
  7. Serve: Drizzle glaze over warm buns and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These buns can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

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