Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making the Best Mini Cheesecakes New York Style, perfect for any occasion. These creamy, rich desserts feature a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these bite-sized treats that are customizable with your favorite toppings—fresh berries, whipped cream, or fruit sauces—making them an impressive addition to any dessert table. Ideal for parties or simple family gatherings, these mini cheesecakes are sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted salted butter
- 16 ounces softened full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 eggs at room temperature
- a small pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter; mix well and press into the bottoms of a mini muffin tin.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add vanilla and eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pour filling over crusts until three-quarters full.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Experiment with different toppings like chocolate shavings or fruit purees to create unique flavors.