Donna Estrada
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Delicious Mini Cherry Cheesecakes
These delightful mini cherry cheesecakes are the perfect bite-sized treat, combining a creamy filling with a sweet cherry topping, all nestled on a crunchy vanilla wafer base. Ideal for parties or a sweet indulgence at home!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings24
Ingredients
- 24
- 2 (8 ounce) packages
- 3/4 cup
- 2
- 2 1/2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 (12 ounce) can
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Mini Cherry Cheesecakes.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms up, line 24 muffin cups with paper liners to make clean-up a breeze later on.
Step 2
Next, place a vanilla wafer cookie at the bottom of each muffin cup. This will serve as a delightful crust for your mini cheesecakes, adding a nice crunch.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, white sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until it’s fluffy and smooth, creating a luscious filling that will make your cheesecakes irresistible.
Step 4
Spoon the creamy mixture into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. This allows room for the cheesecakes to rise slightly while baking.
Step 5
Pop the muffin tray into the preheated oven and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheesecake filling is set. You’ll know they’re ready when they look firm and slightly puffed up.
Step 6
Once baked, let the mini cheesecakes cool completely in the muffin tray for about 1.5 hours. This cooling time is crucial for achieving the perfect texture.
Step 7
Finally, top each cheesecake with 2 or 3 cherries from the cherry pie filling. This sweet and tangy topping adds a burst of flavor and a beautiful finish to your mini cheesecakes.