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Simple Mini Cheesecakes for Entertaining at Home

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Creamy, smooth, and perfectly portioned, these mini cheesecake bites are an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert with a classic graham cracker crust and rich vanilla filling.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

  • 3 tbsp melted butter

  • 1 tbsp sugar

Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

Optional Toppings:

  • Fruit preserves, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, berries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

  • Mix crust ingredients and press 1 tbsp into each liner. Bake for 5 minutes.

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg, sour cream, vanilla, and zest.

  • Divide filling over crusts and smooth tops.

  • Bake for 15–18 minutes until centers are set but slightly jiggly.

  • Cool in pan, then chill for at least 2 hours.

  • Top as desired and serve

Notes

  • Room temp ingredients = smoother texture.

  • Chill overnight for best flavor.

  • Freeze plain bites for future desserts.

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