Mini Christmas Cheesecakes
These delightful Mini Christmas Cheesecakes are rich, creamy, and bursting with festive flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use block cream cheese for best results.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Crust and Decoration
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers For the base of each cheesecake.
- Colorful sprinkles for decoration Use for festive touch.
- Mini cupcake liners For easy serving and removal.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sour cream and heavy cream, mixing until well incorporated and light and fluffy.
- Line a mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners.
- Place about a teaspoon of crushed graham crackers at the bottom of each liner.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cracker crumbs, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the tops are set but still a little jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Refrigerate the cheesecakes for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Serving
- Sprinkle colorful decorations on top before serving.
- Serve on a festive platter or cake stand. Consider serving with a scoop of whipped cream.
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Notes
These cheesecakes can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. Variations include adding different toppings like crushed candy canes or a drizzle of caramel.