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    Mini Cheesecakes

    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Mini Cheesecakes

    Published: May 6, 2020 · Modified: Sep 30, 2023 by Jessica · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Want to learn how to make mini cheesecakes? We've got you! Whether you make these mini cheesecakes in a muffin tin or empty baby food jars, they are easy, beautiful, and delicious! 

    Mini Cheesecakes in jars with raspberries on top.

    Guys, you can't beat this mini cheesecake recipe. It is fast, so yummy, and whether you make them in little jars like this or in a muffin tin they are adorable to look at! This is the perfect recipe for hosting company, serving at a shower or just making Sunday dinner extra special! 

    Mini Cheesecakes 

    For some reason growing up I always assumed cheesecake would be difficult to make, and therefore, intimidating. If you feel the same way, these easy mini cheesecakes are the perfect place to start! 

    If you love cheesecake type recipes you will also love our cherry cheese pie, or our easy lemon pudding cheesecake! Or find all our dessert recipes here. 

    birds eye view of mini cheesecake with raspberry puree, garnished with a raspberry and mint leaf

    How to Make Mini Cheesecakes: 

    As you can tell from the pictures, these little beauties can be made in a muffin tin (with or without liners), or in individual little baby food jars. I like to use the jars for special events like baby showers or family parties! When I am just making them for a family treat I just use the muffin tin. 

    Mini cheesecakes in muffin tray.

    You can actually top these beauties with anything you want: chocolate, caramel, strawberries, you name it! However, my absolute favorite mini cheesecake topping is this raspberry puree. I love all things raspberry and I think it is the perfect addition. In the past I have also done a little cheesecake bar where people can choose their own toppings, and that is super fun too!

    Mini Cheesecake Recipe 

    Isn't everything better in miniature? Less than 60 calories each for these mini cheesecakes! Here's how you make them. 

    step by step photos for making mini cheesecakes in jars

    Top Left - Make your crust mixture and spoon 1-2 tablespoons into each jar or muffin tin. 

    Top Right - With clean washed hands, press mixture down firmly into each space. 

    Bottom Left - Preheat oven to 325 and if using jars, line them on a baking sheet. 

    Bottom Right - Combine ingredients for cheesecake and spoon into jars or tins until about ¾ of the way full. Bake for 25 minutes and cool completely before serving. 

    *This post contains affiliate links. 

    What do you top mini cheesecakes with? 

    Anything you want really! I love topping mine with fresh fruit like raspberries, strawberries or blueberries. Other fun options are any type of pie filling, chocolate or caramel sauce or even jam! 

    The raspberry puree I used on these was this Torani brand, it is so dang good! Also, here are some cute re-useable baby food jars and an awesome muffin tin if you need one! 

    If you make this recipe and enjoy it, we'd love for you to leave a positive comment and review, they mean so much to us! 

    Mini Cheesecakes in jars with raspberries on top.

    Mini Cheesecakes

    These mini cheesecakes with raspberry puree are unbelievable! If you want a mini cheesecake recipe that's easy and delicious look no further! 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 58kcal
    Author: Pretty Providence

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    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup graham cracker crumbs
    • 2 tbs white sugar
    • 2 tbs butter melted
    • 2 8 oz packages of cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 3 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 eggs
    • raspberry puree optional
    • raspberries and mint leaves to garnish optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 325°. Mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter with a fork until combined. 
    • Grease or paper your muffin tins and add about a tablespoon of graham cracker mixture into the bottom of each cup. Push down with fingers to firmly pack so crust holds together. Bake for five minutes and remove from oven, but keep your oven on. 
    • In a medium bowl or bosch mixer beat together your cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla extract until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes) and then mix in your eggs. 
    • Add cream cheese mixture on top of each crust until about ¾ full. Bake at 325° for 25 minutes. Try not to open the oven door to limit cracking. 
    • Let cool completely before removing from pan and refrigerate until ready to serve. 
    • Garnish with a teaspoon raspberry puree, raspberries and mint leaves if desired! 

    Notes

    The raspberry puree I used on these was this Torani brand, it is so dang good! Also, here are some cute re-useable baby food jars and an awesome muffin tin if you need one! 
    Check out the video below to see some other fun ideas for repurposing baby food jars! 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 6mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

    birds eye view of several mini cheesecakes on a white counter with crumbs between them

    Other Cheesecake Recipes:

    Lemon Meringue Pie Cheesecake | Cheesecake Brownies | Cherry Cheesecake Popsicles | Instant Pot Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake | Coconut Key Lime Cheesecake Bars | No Bake Berry Cheesecake Parfait | Dairy Free Cheesecake | Cappuccino Cheesecake | Chocolate Almond Cheesecake in Jars | No Bake Vanilla Cheesecake Mousse | No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake 

    Happy cheesecake eating, friends! 

    xo,

    jessica-about-1

    This post was originally published July 30th, 2018 and has been updated with new photos, more detailed information and a video. 

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    1. BB

      June 04, 2019 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      i love these, they are yummy

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      • Jessica

        June 05, 2019 at 8:20 pm

        Thank you so much!

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