Description
These mini cheesecake bites are rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for parties or a delightful individual treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed until just combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crusts in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the centers are just set.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the muffin tin before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Top with your favorite fruit, chocolate, or caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Do not overbake the cheesecake bites to prevent cracking.
- Refrigeration is crucial for setting the cheesecake bites.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, mini cheesecake, dessert, party food, bite-sized