Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipe for Elegant Bite-Sized Desserts
Creamy, personal-sized cheesecakes with a buttery graham cracker crust — simple, rich, and endlessly customizable for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Toppings: fruit, whipped cream, ganache, etc.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Press into liners. Bake for 5 minutes.
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese and ½ cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and salt.
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Spoon filling into crusts, about ¾ full.
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Bake 16–18 minutes until set with a slight jiggle. Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours.
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Add toppings before serving.
Notes
For variation, swirl in jam or top with fruit. Store chilled up to 3 days. Freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.