Best 8 Tiny Cherry Cheesecakes Recipes

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Are you seeking a delightful and indulgent treat that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the irresistible tiny cherry cheesecakes! These delightful individual cheesecakes are crafted with a delicate graham cracker crust, a creamy and velvety cheesecake filling, and topped with a vibrant and luscious cherry topping. Whether you're hosting a special occasion, celebrating a milestone, or simply seeking a sweet indulgence, these tiny cherry cheesecakes are guaranteed to make a lasting impression. With their perfect balance of flavors and textures, these cheesecakes will transport you to a world of pure bliss.

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MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES



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These little cheesecakes make a fun dessert that's just right for cooks who don't have a lot of time for fussy recipes. Plus, you get to eat the whole thing yourself! -Kay Keller, Morenci, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 30 wafers)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1 pound pitted canned or frozen tart red cherries
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Red food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine crumbs and butter; press gently onto bottoms of 12 foil-lined muffin cups. In another bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Spoon over crusts. , Bake until centers are almost set, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely. , For topping, drain cherries, reserving 1/2 cup juice in a saucepan; discard remaining juice. To reserved juice, add cherries, sugar, cornstarch and, if desired, food coloring. Bring to a boil; cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Cool; spoon over cheesecakes. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES



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I got this recipe from my mother-in-law many years ago. It's a family favorite and a great treat for potlucks. It's very easy to make but looks like you've spent hours on it.

Provided by Nancy Singelyn

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 vanilla wafer cookies
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (12 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Place a vanilla wafer into the bottom of each muffin cup.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl until fluffy. Spoon mixture into the muffin cups, filling them 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheesecake filling is set, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours. Spoon 2 or 3 cherries from pie filling over each cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 82 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

TINY CHERRY CHEESECAKES



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I prepare these mini cheesecakes every Christmas and for many weddings. I've received countless compliments and recipe requests. When I send these along in my husband's lunch, I have to be sure to pack to extras because the men he works with love them, too. -Janice Hertlein, Esterhazy, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 cup cold butter
2 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 can (21 ounces) cherry or strawberry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar and cocoa; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Shape into 24 balls. Place in greased miniature muffin cups; press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of each cup. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in milk and vanilla. Add egg; beat on low just until combined. Spoon about 1 tablespoonful into each cup. , Bake at 325° for 15-18 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Carefully remove from pans to cool completely. Top with pie filling. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES



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After just 20 minutes of preparation, these darling desserts will be ready to bake and chill.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 vanilla wafer cookies
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
1/2 cup toasted, sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Line 24 regular-size muffin cups with paper liners. Place 1 vanilla wafer cookie in bottom of each cup.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs and almond extract with electric mixer on medium-high speed 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is light and fluffy. Spoon evenly into muffin cups (about 2/3 full).
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from muffin cups to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours before serving.
  • Just before serving, top each cheesecake with generous tablespoon pie filling; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

MINI CHEESECAKES I



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Easy and so good for holidays, weddings, or whatever the occasion! It is also good with other flavors of fruit pie filling.

Provided by Janice

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line miniature muffin tins (tassie pans) with miniature paper liners.
  • Crush the vanilla wafers, and place 1/2 teaspoon of the crushed vanilla wafers into each paper cup.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy. Fill each miniature muffin liner with this mixture, almost to the top.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Cool. Top with a teaspoonful of cherry pie filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 54.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES WITH VANILLA WAFER CRUSTS



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These are delicious little cheesecakes, perfect for any occasion. Experiment with different toppings instead of cherry if you like.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 40m

Yield 24 cheesecakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons vanilla
24 vanilla wafers
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon juice and vanilla until light and fluffy.
  • Line regular sized muffin pans or cupcake tins with paper baking cups and place a vanilla wafer in the bottom of each cup.
  • Fill the cups 2/3 full of cream cheese mixture.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until set.
  • When warm, top each with a tablespoon of cherry filling.
  • Chill in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.3, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 36.3, Sodium 85.1, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.9

CHERRY MINI CHEESECAKES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for ramekins
1/2 pound Bing cherries (about 30 cherries), pitted
3 tablespoons Kirsch (cherry brandy)
1 pound cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda)
2 large eggs, room temperature
Cocoa, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly butter 6 (6-ounce) ramekins
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the cherries and 1 tablespoon of the Kirsch, and cook until the fruit softens and glazes, about 7 minutes. Divide the cherries with their juices evenly among the prepared ramekins.
  • Pulse the cream cheese, sugar substitute, eggs, and remaining 2 tablespoons of Kirsch in a food processor until smooth. Pour the filling into the ramekins.
  • Bake the cheesecakes until the edges puff slightly and the centers almost set, about 25 minutes. Cool the cheesecakes on a rack in the ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • When ready to serve, run a small knife around the outside of the cheesecakes. Carefully invert each cheesecake onto a plate, then flip the cheesecakes over so the cherries are on the bottom. Lightly dust with cocoa.

MINI CHERRY CHEESECAKES



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Make and share this Mini Cherry Cheesecakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tinadileo

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 35m

Yield 24 Mini Cheesecakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
5 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
2 -3 tablespoons sugar (more if desired)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
fruit, for topping (cherries, blueberries, strawberries)

Steps:

  • Cream together sugar and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Mix well until most of the lumps are removed.
  • Line a mini cupcake pan and fill each well 2/3rds full. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes (or until done). Cheesecakes will sink when done. Remove and let cool for at least 8 hours.
  • Sour cream frosting: mix together sugar, sour cream and vanilla. Place a dollop of frosting on each cheesecake. Then add a cherry (or other fruit topping).
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 72.5, Sodium 109.9, Carbohydrate 10.8, Sugar 10.5, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • For a richer cheesecake, use full-fat cream cheese.
  • To prevent the crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for 10 minutes before filling it.
  • Make sure the cheesecake is completely cool before serving. This will help it set properly and prevent it from falling apart.
  • If you don't have individual ramekins, you can use a 9-inch springform pan. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • These cheesecakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These tiny cherry cheesecakes are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. With a creamy cheesecake filling, a graham cracker crust, and a sweet cherry topping, these cheesecakes are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these tiny cherry cheesecakes a try. You won't be disappointed. These mini cheesecakes not only look impressive, but they are also versatile. You can experiment with different flavors of fruit, such as blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries. You can also add a drizzle of chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, or whipped cream for an extra special touch. No matter how you choose to serve them, these tiny cherry cheesecakes are sure to be a hit!

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