Description
These Miniature Baked Cheesecakes are delightful single-serving desserts featuring a buttery cookie crust and a creamy, smooth filling with a hint of lemon. Perfectly portioned and topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, they make an elegant and easy-to-make sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups crushed butter cookie crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Topping
- Whipped cream (as needed)
- Chopped strawberries (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure the cheesecakes bake evenly and thoroughly.
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed butter cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Assemble Crusts: Line 8 muffin tin sections with cupcake liners. Divide the cookie crumb mixture evenly among the liners and press down firmly to create compact crusts at the base of each.
- Mix the Filling: In another mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Then add in the lemon juice, egg, and heavy whipping cream. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is silky.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the cream cheese filling over each prepared crust in the muffin tin, dividing the mixture evenly between the 8 sections.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the centers are just set and the edges look slightly puffed.
- Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and let the cheesecakes cool in the muffin tin. Once at room temperature, transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to set the filling completely.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Just before serving, top each mini cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of chopped strawberries. Enjoy your delicious treat!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Press the crust firmly to avoid it crumbling when baked.
- Chilling the cheesecakes overnight will enhance flavor and firmness.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best topping flavor and texture.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
