Description
Creamy mini cheesecakes from New York bring delightful individual desserts to any gathering. Rich cream cheese and graham cracker crust combine for a perfectly balanced sweet treat that will satisfy all dessert cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp (60 ml) melted butter
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325°F and arrange cupcake liners in a muffin tin for easy removal.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, creating a cohesive mixture that will form the base of each mini cheesecake.
- Gently press a compact layer of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner, forming a uniform crust.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend cream cheese until completely smooth, gradually incorporating sugar and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs individually, carefully mixing after each addition to ensure a silky, lump-free cheesecake batter.
- Carefully distribute the cream cheese mixture evenly across the prepared crusts, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, watching for a slight wobble in the center that indicates perfect doneness without overcooking.
- Remove from oven and allow mini cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to help the cheesecakes set and develop a rich, creamy texture before serving.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prevent cracks by avoiding overmixing the cheesecake batter and gently folding ingredients to maintain a smooth, creamy texture.
- Create flavor variations by adding lemon zest, chocolate chips, or fruit purees directly into the cheesecake mixture for exciting taste combinations.
- Use a water bath technique by placing the muffin tin in a larger pan with hot water to ensure even baking and prevent surface cracking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg