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Mini Cherry Cheesecakes Recipe

Mini Cherry Cheesecakes Recipe

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These Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are a delightful addition to any holiday celebration. These bite-sized treats offer all the creamy richness of a traditional cheesecake in a compact form.

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 9 full-size crackers)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the cheesecake:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 ounces each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 21-ounce can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Make graham cracker crust: Melt butter and mix in graham crumbs and sugar. Set aside.
  2. Prepare cheesecake filling: Beat 1 cup sugar, eggs, cream cheese, and vanilla until well blended.
  3. Assemble: Press crust into paper-lined mini muffin pan, fill 2/3 full with cream cheese filling.
  4. Bake: Bake at 350°F for 17-20 minutes. Makes about 4 dozen mini cherry cheesecakes.
  5. Serve: Top each cheesecake with cherry pie filling. Enjoy chilled!

Notes

  • You’ll need a mini cupcake pan with paper liners.
  • Use a tart shaper to press the crust firmly.
  • Beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy for 3-5 minutes.
  • Store cheesecakes in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze without pie filling for up to 3 months.

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