Mini Christmas Cheesecakes
These Mini Christmas Cheesecakes are creamy, dreamy, and perfect for the holiday season with a buttery graham cracker crust and rich cream cheese filling.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Crushed until resembling sand.
- 2 tablespoons sugar Can be swapped for brown sugar.
- 1/4 cup butter, melted Use high-quality butter.
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's softened for smooth blending.
- 1/2 cup sugar Feel free to try a sugar alternative.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for bringing flavors together.
- 2 large eggs Add one at a time.
- 1/2 cup sour cream Adds tangy freshness.
Toppings
- to taste colorful sprinkles For festive flair.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of mini cheesecake pans.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the sour cream.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crusts.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Let cheesecakes cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Top with colorful sprinkles before serving.
Notes
Allow cheesecakes to chill thoroughly to enhance flavor and texture. If using low-fat cream cheese, texture may be slightly altered.