Description
Craving a quick dessert that looks fancy but is secretly easy to whip up? These Easy Mini Cheesecake Bites are a dream come true—rich, creamy, and beautifully portioned for entertaining or snacking. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a silky filling, they’re the perfect solution for easy desserts, party food ideas, or quick make-ahead treats. Whether you’re exploring easy recipes, planning birthday snacks, or collecting dessert ideas, this one is a must-try!
Ingredients
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
12 fresh raspberries (optional topping)
1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
2. In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon sugar until combined.
3. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each liner and press firmly.
4. Bake the crusts for 5 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
5. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
6. Add 1/4 cup sugar and mix until well combined.
7. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
8. Add egg and beat just until incorporated—do not overmix.
9. Spoon filling over crusts, nearly to the top of each cup.
10. Bake for 16–18 minutes, until centers are just set.
11. Let cool completely in the pan, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
12. Top with raspberries and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature to ensure a smooth filling.
Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracks.
Chill thoroughly before serving for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake bite
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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