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Mini Cheesecakes

Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect individual-sized dessert for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust and creamy, rich cheesecake filling, these bite-sized treats are easy to make and customize with your favorite toppings like fruit, chocolate, or caramel.
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Equipment

  • - Muffin tin
  • - Cupcake liners
  • - Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • #### Crust
  • - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs about 8–10 crackers
  • - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • #### Cheesecake Filling
  • - 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 2 large eggs
  • #### Optional Toppings
  • - Fresh berries strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
  • - Whipped cream
  • - Chocolate ganache
  • - Caramel sauce

Instructions
 

  • **Preheat the oven**
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • **Make the crust**
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Set aside.
  • **Prepare the cheesecake filling**
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • **Add the eggs**
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing, as this can create air bubbles in the cheesecake.
  • **Fill the liners**
  • Spoon or pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
  • **Bake**
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
  • **Cool and chill**
  • Let the mini cheesecakes cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • **Add toppings and serve**
  • Top with your favorite toppings before serving. Enjoy chilled.