Creating Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes is easy if you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

2. Prepare the Apple Filling: In a medium bowl, combine diced Granny Smith apples with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated.

3. Make the Cheesecake Base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until combined.

4. Fill Liners with Cheesecake: Spoon the cheesecake batter into each cupcake liner, filling them about ⅔ full.

5. Add Apple Filling: Place a spoonful of the apple mixture on top of each cheesecake.

6. Prepare the Crisp Topping: In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until crumbly.

7. Top the Cheesecakes: Sprinkle the crisp topping generously over the apple filling on each cheesecake.

8. Bake: Place the cupcake pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.

9. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the mini cheesecakes cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Chill: Once cooled, refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least an hour to help them set further.

11. Drizzle with Caramel: Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce if desired for an extra sweet touch.

These steps will guide you in creating Apple Crisp Mini Cheesecakes that are both delicious and visually appealing.