Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
These Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes are the perfect individual desserts,
combining a creamy cheesecake filling with a sweet and tangy strawberry
topping. Ideal for parties or special occasions, these cheesecakes are sure
to impress.
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake:
2 packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature (8 oz each)
½ cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
For the Strawberry Sauce:
1 cup chopped strawberries (equal to about half a 1 lb carton)
12 whole strawberries (tops cut off)
⅓ cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Directions
Preheat the Oven to 350ºF.
Prepare the Crust: Line a regular-sized muffin pan with 12 muffin liners. In
a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter with a
spatula until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Place 1-2 tablespoons of
crumbs in each muffin cup and use a 1/3 cup measure (or similar) to press
the crumbs down firmly. Bake the crust for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from
the oven and allow it to cool while preparing the cheesecake filling.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with
an electric mixer until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Add the sugar and vanilla
extract and beat until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Place a
little more than 2 tablespoons of cheesecake batter in each muffin cup.
Bake the Cheesecakes: Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the center of the
cheesecake is only slightly jiggly. Allow the cheesecakes to cool to room
temperature, then place them in the fridge for at least 4 hours to chill
before serving. If refrigerating overnight, loosely cover the cheesecakes
with plastic wrap.
Prepare the Strawberry Sauce: In a small to medium-sized pot over medium
heat, combine the diced strawberries, whole strawberries, sugar, vanilla
extract, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Bring to a boil, stirring
occasionally. Allow the mixture to boil for 7 minutes, then continue cooking
until the sauce thickens, about 7 additional minutes. Transfer the sauce to
a container and store it in the fridge to cool.
Assemble the Cheesecakes: Place a whole strawberry from the sauce on each
cheesecake and top with a spoonful of the strawberry sauce. Serve and enjoy.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes (including crust and sauce)
| Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes | Servings: 12
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