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A close-up of delicious Mini Cherry Cheesecakes with a thick graham cracker crust and bright red cherry topping.

Mini Cherry Cheesecakes


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 40 min
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple recipe for small, individual cherry cheesecakes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl. Pour in melted butter and mix until crumbs are moistened.
  3. Press about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the crusts, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are set. The centers may still look slightly soft.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
  9. Top each cheesecake with a spoonful of cherry pie filling.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • You can use a different fruit topping if you prefer.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth batter.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 25
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 17
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 55

Keywords: mini cheesecakes, cherry topping, graham cracker crust, individual dessert, baked cheesecake