Mini Cheesecakes
Creamy, bite-sized, and endlessly customizable, these Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect little dessert to impress without a fuss.
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Mixing Bowl
- Stand Mixer
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 1.5 tablespoons Granulated sugar for crust
- 4 tablespoons Salted butter melted
Filling Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar for filling
- 1/2 cup Sour cream room temperature
- 3/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F (160C) and line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners. Position racks in the center of the oven for even baking.
- In a medium-sized bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and 1 1/2 Tablespoons sugar until evenly combined.
- Add melted butter and mix until the crumbs are moistened. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
- Portion about 2–3 teaspoons of the crust mixture into each liner. Use the back of a spoon or a small measuring cup to tamp down crumbs evenly into a compact crust.
- In a stand mixer or with a handheld mixer, blend cream cheese on low speed until smooth and free of lumps. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
- Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and mix until combined and slightly glossy.
- Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth. Scrape the bowl to avoid lumps.
- Gradually add the lightly beaten eggs, mixing on low until just incorporated — do not overmix, or the cheesecakes may crack.
- Divide batter evenly among the muffin tin liners, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 17–20 minutes, until the centers are mostly set but still slightly jiggly.
- Cool the minis completely at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for 2–3 hours before serving to firm up and develop flavor. Optional: Top with whipped cream, strawberry sauce, blueberry sauce, or chocolate ganache just before serving.
Notes
These Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful, simple treat that deliver big cheesecake flavor in small, elegant servings. They’re quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and endlessly customizable with toppings.