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Mini cheesecakes made in a cupcake pan, with graham cracker crust and a fresh strawberry garnish.
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Mini Cheesecakes

Mini Cheesecakes! Cute, individual portions of creamy New York cheesecake over a crunchy graham cracker crust. Bake them in a muffin tin! So fun!
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Chill Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 55 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake cupcake recipe, cheesecake cupcakes, mini cheesecake recipe, Mini Cheesecakes
Servings: 16
Calories: 331kcal

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust

For the New York Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese (3 8-ounce bricks), softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 eggs (large)
  • 1 egg yolk (large)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • strawberries (optional garnish)

Instructions

To Make the Graham Cracker Crust

  • Place the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl and stir to combine.
  • Pour the melted butter into the bowl, and stir the mixture together until mixed.
  • Line muffin tins with papers, and divide the mixture equally between 16 wells, pressing gently into the bottom.

To Make the New York Cheesecake Filling

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Place the cream cheese, sugar, and cornstarch in a large mixing bowl and mix on medium-low speed until smooth.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping the bottom and sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula after each addition.
  • Stir in the additional egg yolk, cream, and vanilla.
  • Pour the batter over the crust, and rap sharply on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the mini cheesecakes are set around the edges but still a little wobbly toward the centers.
  • Chill for 2 hours, then garnish with fresh strawberries (if desired).

Notes

*Use boxed graham cracker crumbs, or place about 9 whole graham crackers in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground.

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 880IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 0.7mg