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Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

Mini Cheesecakes Recipe


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4.8 from 29 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect bite-size dessert that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Creamy and decadent, with a buttery graham cracker crust, they can be topped with your favorite fruits or indulgent toppings for a personalized touch.


Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

Topping:

  • Fresh fruit, pie filling, or whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into muffin cups to form crusts.
  3. Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Spoon batter over crusts.
  4. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes until set. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Top and Serve: Add fresh fruit, pie filling, or whipped cream before serving.

Notes

  • These mini cheesecakes can be made a day in advance and kept chilled.
  • Try using chocolate cookie crumbs for a different flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg