Apple Cheesecake Buns with Crumble Topping and Sweet Glaze Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Apple Cheesecake Buns with Crumble Topping and Sweet Glaze feature soft brioche dough cradling tangy cheesecake filling, cinnamon-spiced apple chunks, buttery streusel crown, and vanilla glaze drizzle.

Ready in 3 hours, they serve 8-12 with pull-apart tenderness and fall bakery magic.

Why This Recipe Works

Tangzhong method keeps brioche ultra-soft. Cheesecake sets creamy without cracking. Apples cook tender without mush. Crumble bakes crisp contrast. Glaze soaks without sogginess.

Ingredients & Prep

Tangzhong:

• 3 tbsp milk + 2 tbsp flour

Dough:

• 3½ cups bread flour
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2¼ tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup warm milk
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup butter, softened

Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tsp vanilla

Apple Filling:

• 2 apples, diced
• 2 tbsp butter
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Crumble:

• ¼ cup flour
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cold butter
• ¼ tsp cinnamon

Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook tangzhong to paste; cool.
2. Mix dough with tangzhong; knead 10 minutes. Rise 1 hour doubled.
3. Cook apple filling 8 minutes until tender; cool.
4. Beat cheesecake filling smooth. Make crumble by cutting butter into dry.
5. Divide dough into 12 balls; flatten, fill with 1 tbsp cheesecake + 1 tbsp apple. Pinch sealed.
6. Place seam-down in pan; rise 45 minutes. Top crumble. Bake 350°F 25-28 minutes.
7. Whisk glaze; drizzle warm buns.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temp 2 days; refrigerate 5 days. Reheat 300°F 5 minutes.

FAQs

Dough sticky?
Wet hands; minimal flour.

Filling leaks?
Pinch tightly; chill before baking.

Crumble wet?
Cold butter essential.

Conclusion

Apple Cheesecake Buns crumble autumn dreams layered bliss.

Apple Cheesecake Buns with Crumble Topping and Sweet Glaze Recipe

Print Recipe

Soft, fluffy apple cheesecake buns filled with spiced apples and creamy cheesecake, topped with a buttery crumble and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a cozy fall treat.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 2 hrs
• Yield: 12 buns 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• Dough:
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Cheesecake Filling:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Apple Filling:
• 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Crumble Topping:
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Sweet Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

• 1. Warm milk and dissolve yeast with a pinch of sugar; let sit until foamy.
• 2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, milk mixture, melted butter, and egg. Knead until smooth.
• 3. Cover and let dough rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
• 4. Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
• 5. In another bowl, combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
• 6. Roll dough into a rectangle and cut into equal squares.
• 7. Place a spoon of cheesecake filling and apple filling in the center of each piece.
• 8. Pinch edges up to form buns and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
• 9. Mix crumble topping ingredients until crumbly and sprinkle over buns.
• 10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden.
• 11. Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm buns before serving.

Notes

• Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for best flavor.
• Buns can be made ahead and reheated gently.
• Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bun
• Calories: 360
• Sugar: 22g
• Sodium: 220mg
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 75mg

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