Description
Mini Lemon Cheesecakes are a delightful treat that marries a creamy, tangy filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. These bite-sized desserts are perfect for any gathering, offering an explosion of refreshing citrus flavor in every mouthful. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they make a great addition to summer parties, holiday celebrations, or simply as a sweet indulgence at home. Each cheesecake is topped with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch of elegance. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, these mini lemon cheesecakes are sure to be a hit among friends and family alike.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Unsalted butter
- Cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Sour cream
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined.
- Press one tablespoon of the mixture into each cup of lined muffin tins. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually mix in sugar.
- Add sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; blend until fully combined.
- Spoon the filling over the crusts in the muffin tin, filling nearly to the top.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by mixing in fresh berries or flavored extracts like almond.
- Chill cheesecakes for at least two hours before serving for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg