New York Style Mini Cheesecakes (Easy Party Dessert)
Rich, creamy mini cheesecakes with a classic graham cracker crust and signature New York-style tang — perfectly portioned and ideal for parties or make-ahead desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes + chilling
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
Ingredients
For the crust:
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs
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3 tbsp granulated sugar
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
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16 oz cream cheese (room temp)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 large eggs (room temp)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F. Line muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
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Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tbsp into each liner. Bake 5 mins.
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Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, mix well. Add sour cream and vanilla.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until blended.
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Divide batter over crusts. Bake 16–18 mins until set with slight jiggle in center.
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Cool in oven 10 mins with door cracked. Then cool to room temp and chill at least 3 hours.
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Add toppings and serve.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture. Store chilled. Freezes well.