Irresistibly Easy Mini Cherry Cheesecakes You’ll Adore
These Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are a perfect sweet indulgence combining creamy texture and fruity flavor, making them a must-try dessert.
Equipment
- muffin pan
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 whole egg
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Topping
- 1 can cherry pie filling
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini Cherry Cheesecakes
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare your muffin pan with paper liners.
- Combine vanilla wafer crumbs and melted unsalted butter, then press evenly into muffin cups.
- Bake crusts for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Ensure no lumps remain.
- Add vanilla extract, egg, egg yolk, and sour cream to the cream cheese mixture and mix until combined.
- Fill the crusts with cheesecake filling, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until slightly jiggly in the centers. Let cool.
- Chill for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
- Top each cheesecake with cherry pie filling before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Customize toppings as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg
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