How to Make Miniature Cheesecakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of creamy, rich desserts, then miniature cheesecakes are the perfect treat for you. These individual-sized delights are the perfect balance of tangy cream cheese and a buttery graham cracker crust. Whether you're hosting a fancy dinner party or just wanting to indulge in a sweet treat, miniature cheesecakes are the perfect option. Plus, their size makes them great for portion control - although, it's hard to resist having just one!

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Ingredients

  • 24 vanilla wafer cookies
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 (12 ounce) can cherry pie filling (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 miniature cheesecakes

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper or foil baking liners. Place one vanilla wafer in each cup.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the nutmeg and vanilla. Pour mixture evenly into prepared muffin cups, filling each 2/3 full.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until set. Cool completely, then top with cherry pie filling. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    184 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 113mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 63mg