Over the years these have been a super popular recipe with readers and they’re a personal favorite. Everywhere I take these, people love them, no one can resist!
Mini Cheesecakes
I’ve made these mini cheesecakes countless times; they really are one of my all-time favorite desserts! They have the most heavenly flavor, the perfect amount of sweetness, a luscious texture, and the ways to finish with a final topping are endless. Plus this individual cupcake serving size is just so fun! Let’s not forget to mention they are actually super easy to make! No special water bath is required and clean up is a breeze since they are baked in cupcake liners. After one taste of these, you’ll understand why they are so popular. There’s just so much to love about these! They really are the perfect thing to make for any get-together or celebration, 365 days of the year. And the recipe can be doubled to make 24 for a larger crowd if you need more.
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Mini Cheesecake Ingredients
Graham crackers: You can buy graham cracker crumbs for your graham cracker crust, or pulverize them in a food processor, or crush them in a gallon-size resealable bag using a rolling pin. Work to crush to a fine, even texture. Granulated sugar: Used to sweeten both the crust and the filling. If you’d like a light caramel-like flavor brown sugar can be used, just keep in mind it will add a light tint. Butter: You can use salted or unsalted butter just depending on your flavor preference. Cream cheese: Use a good quality cream cheese for best results. All-purpose flour: Flour helps thicken the cheesecakes and reduce the risk of cracking. Eggs: These are needed to help bind the ingredients in this recipe. Vanilla extract: Stick with real vanilla for the best flavor. You can use other extracts depending on the flavor profile you are going for (e.i. peppermint, almond extract, rum, etc. just keep in mind you may not need as much). Sour cream: This improves the texture of the cheesecake. Heavy cream: Another ingredient that makes for a great texture and rich flavor. I don’t recommend any other substitutes.
How to Make Mini Cheesecakes
Make Graham Cracker Crusts
Make Cheesecake Filling
How Long to Bake Mini Cheesecakes
Toppings to Serve with Mini Cheesecake Bites
blueberry sauce, raspberry sauce, or strawberry sauce (see below) Pie filling (cherry is popular) salted caramel sauce homemade jam (I strain the seeds to top cheesecake) mashed fresh berries or other fresh fruit Homemade whipped cream fruit curd (lemon curd, passionfruit, coconut, mango) Nutella or cookie butter toasted coconut chopped nuts chocolate ganache or hot fudge sauce Oreos or vanilla wafers
How to store and how long do they keep?
Cheesecake should always be stored in the refrigerator and that includes these mini cheesecakes. They should keep stored in the fridge an airtight container for about 3 – 4 days.
Can they be frozen?
Yes. These freeze really well. You’ll want to chill through thoroughly in the refrigerator then freeze (without any toppings), in an airtight container. To thaw rest in refrigerator overnight and serve.
Tips for Perfect Mini Cheesecakes
Use good quality cream cheese, I like Philadelphia. Soften the cream cheese well to avoid lumps and a batter that blends easily (I soften in the microwave, rotating occasionally). Use a hand mixer for even mixing. Don’t over-mix the batter, this will incorporate a lot of air causing the cheesecakes to rise more than they should then they’ll sink more in the centers. Careful not to over-bake or they will start to crack. Chill through entirely for the best texture. Wait to add toppings until ready to serve. Otherwise the moisture of the toppings soaks into the cheesecake and can alter the texture.
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