Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Mini Cheesecakes—perfectly portioned desserts that combine a buttery graham cracker crust with a luscious cream cheese filling. These individual cheesecake bites are ideal for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply treating yourself to something sweet. Their customizable nature allows you to top them with fresh fruits, drizzles of chocolate, or a dollop of whipped cream, ensuring each cheesecake is unique to your taste. Not only are they easy to prepare with simple ingredients, but they can also be made ahead of time and chilled until serving. Experience the joy of these creamy delights that are sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely crushed graham crackers
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Optional toppings: fruit sauces, whipped cream, chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin tin with paper liners.
- Combine crushed graham crackers and sugar in a bowl; mix in melted butter. Press into muffin cups.
- Bake crusts for 5 minutes; reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix sugar and flour in one bowl; blend cream cheese in another until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream.
- Fill crusts with cheesecake mixture and bake for 18–23 minutes until set.
- Cool for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before topping and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (56g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg