These Apple Pie Nachos are the ultimate fall dessert! Made with churro chips, apple pie filling, and creamy cheesecake, this easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.

The Ultimate Fall Dessert You’ll Want to Make on Repeat
If you’re craving the cozy flavors of apple pie but want something fun, easy, and a little unexpected, these Apple Pie Nachos are about to become your new favorite fall dessert. Imagine crispy churro chips piled high with warm caramelized cinnamon apples and drizzled with a creamy cheesecake filling — it’s everything you love about apple pie, no fork required!
This dessert is perfect for fall gatherings, movie nights, or when you just want to treat yourself to something sweet and comforting in under 30 minutes. Each bite is a delicious mix of crispy, creamy, and spiced apple goodness — the ultimate fall snack for apple lovers.
Why You’ll Love These Apple Pie Nachos
🍎 Quick and easy: Ready in under 30 minutes — no baking required!
🍯 Warm fall flavors: Loaded with cinnamon, sugar, and buttery caramelized apples.
🍰 Creamy cheesecake drizzle: Adds a luscious, tangy sweetness that balances the spice.
🥨 Fun to share: Perfect for parties, family nights, or casual fall entertaining.
🍁 Tastes like apple pie — but even better.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Churro Chips
- Churro chips (8 oz) – The crispy base that gives every bite a sweet, cinnamon-sugar crunch. You can find these in most grocery stores, or make your own using baked or fried tortillas dusted in cinnamon sugar.
Apple Pie Filling
- Apples – Choose firm, tart-sweet varieties like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor.
- Granulated sugar – Sweetens and helps the apples caramelize beautifully.
- Butter – Adds richness and depth to the filling.
- Cinnamon – The classic spice that makes it taste like fall.
- Water – Helps create a silky, syrupy consistency.
Tip: If your mixture gets too thick before the apples are tender, add 1–2 tablespoons of water to loosen it up.
Cheesecake Filling
- Heavy cream – Whipped to create a light, fluffy texture.
- Powdered sugar – Sweetens the cheesecake mixture without making it grainy.
- Cream cheese – Brings that signature tangy, creamy flavor.
- Vanilla extract – Rounds out the sweetness with a warm, bakery-style note.

Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Apple Pie Filling
In a skillet over medium heat, combine diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, butter, and water.
Cook until the apples are soft and the mixture begins to caramelize, about 8–10 minutes. If it thickens too quickly, add a splash more water until smooth and syrupy. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a mixing bowl, whip together heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Add the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth and creamy. This luscious topping will drizzle perfectly over the nachos.
3. Assemble the Nachos
Arrange churro chips on a large plate or platter. Spoon the warm apple pie filling over the chips, then drizzle with generous swirls of cheesecake filling.
Optional but highly recommended: Finish with caramel drizzle, extra cinnamon, or crushed graham crackers for that classic “apple pie à la mode” experience.
Variations & Add-Ins
🍏 Make it caramel apple nachos: Drizzle with salted caramel sauce instead of cheesecake filling.
🥧 Add pie crust chips: Swap churro chips for baked pie crust pieces.
🍦 Serve à la mode: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate fall dessert.
🌾 Make it gluten-free: Use gluten-free tortilla chips or cinnamon crisps.
🥜 Go nutty: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for crunch.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Apple pie filling can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat gently before serving.
- Cheesecake filling can be made in advance and kept chilled for 2–3 days.
- Assemble the nachos just before serving for the best crunch.

When to Serve Apple Pie Nachos
These dessert nachos are perfect for:
- Fall parties or potlucks 🍂
- Thanksgiving dessert tables 🦃
- Family game night 🎲
- Cozy weekend movie marathons 🍿
- Anytime you want a quick and impressive treat!

Apple Pie Nachos
Ingredients
- 8 oz churro chips
Apple Pie Filling
- 4 apples diced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tbsp water
Cheesecake Filling
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Make Apple Pie Filling
- Add diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, butter and water to a skillet.
- Cook over medium heat until apples are softened and the sugars start to caramelize. If the mixture gets too thick before apples have softened add an additional 1-2 tbsp water.
Make Cream Cheese Filling
- Add heavy cream and powdered sugar to a medium bowl and whip using a hand mixture until stiff peaks form.
- Add in softened cream cheese and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
Assemble Nachos
- Add churro chips to the plate and top with apple pie filling and cream cheese filling.







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