Description
Mini cheesecakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe yields creamy, smooth, and crack-free treats in just a fraction of the time it takes to bake a full cheesecake. Ideal for parties or family gatherings, these mini delights can be customized with your favorite toppings like whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate ganache. Each serving is perfectly portioned, making it easy to indulge without overdoing it. Get ready to impress your guests with this simple yet elegant dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- Whipped cream (optional topping)
- Fresh fruit (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350º F and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner and bake for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 15-17 minutes until centers are slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours. Top with whipped cream or fruit before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg