Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipe for Parties & Events
Creamy, rich, and perfectly portioned, these easy mini cheesecakes are quick to make and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
Ingredients
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp sugar
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press 1 tbsp into each liner.
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Bake crusts for 5 minutes, then set aside.
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in vanilla.
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Spoon filling over crusts, filling each 3/4 full.
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Bake 16–18 minutes, until centers are just set.
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Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then on a rack. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
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Add toppings like fruit, whipped cream, or caramel before serving.
Notes
For flavor variations, add citrus zest or fruit swirls. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days. Can be frozen without toppings.