Description
Indulge in the zesty delight of Mini Lemon Cheesecakes, where creamy texture meets refreshing lemon flavor in a perfectly portioned treat. These bite-sized desserts are not only easy to make but also ideal for any occasion, from festive celebrations to casual gatherings. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, tangy filling, these cheesecakes promise to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you serve them plain or with delightful toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream, they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this simple yet delicious recipe that can also be made ahead of time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly, then press firmly into the bottom of each liner.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and sugar; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- Pour the filling over the crusts in each liner until about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until centers are set. Cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg