Best 2 Miniature Cheesecakes Recipes

Looking for a delightful and elegant dessert to impress your family and friends? Miniature cheesecakes are the perfect treat for any occasion, big or small. With their creamy texture, tangy sweetness, and delightful graham cracker crust, these miniature cheesecakes are sure to be a hit. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, we've got the perfect recipe to help you create these bite-sized masterpieces.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MINIATURE CHEESECAKES

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This makes 24 mini cheesecakes baked in muffin cups with a vanilla wafer for the crust. These easy do-ahead desserts are perfect for a party. Keep a batch in your freezer and top with the cherry pie filling just before serving.

Provided by SUZANM

Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes Cheesecake

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

24 vanilla wafer cookies
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (12 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper or foil baking liners. Place one vanilla wafer in each cup.
In large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the nutmeg and vanilla. Pour mixture evenly into prepared muffin cups, filling each 2/3 full.
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until set. Cool completely, then top with cherry pie filling. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 112.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

MINIATURE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKES

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These yummy treats, with a peanut butter cup inside, were handed down to me from my mother. They're perfect for holidays or any special occasion. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 tablespoon sugar
5 teaspoons butter, melted
FILLING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 miniature peanut butter cups

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottoms of six paper-lined muffin cups; set aside., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined. Place a peanut butter cup in the center of each muffin cup; fill with cream cheese mixture., Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until center is set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

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Tips:

- For a richer cheesecake, use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream. - If you don't have a muffin tin, you can also use a regular baking pan. Just adjust the baking time accordingly. - To make sure your cheesecakes are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they're done. - Let the cheesecakes cool completely before refrigerating them. This will help them set properly. - You can decorate your cheesecakes with anything you like, such as fresh berries, chocolate chips, or whipped cream. - Miniature cheesecakes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Miniature cheesecakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these tasty treats that are sure to impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!