Mini Cherry Cheesecakes – Creamy, Sweet & Perfectly Bite-Sized

Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are the ultimate dessert for when you want something elegant, portion-friendly, and irresistibly delicious. With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a topping of sweet cherries, these little delights are as beautiful as they are tasty. Perfect for holidays, parties, or just a weeknight treat, they’re easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect Portions: No need to slice—everyone gets their own little cheesecake.
Simple Yet Elegant: Easy enough for beginners, fancy enough for parties.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Chill ahead of time and serve when ready.
Classic Flavor: Creamy cheesecake meets fruity cherry topping.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 8 oz light cream cheese, softened
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Topping:

• 1 cup cherry pie filling (or fresh cherries cooked down with a touch of sugar)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

2. Make the Crust
In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture firmly into the bottom of each muffin liner.

3. Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until just combined.

4. Assemble
Spoon the cheesecake batter evenly over the crusts in the muffin tin.

5. Bake
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until centers are set. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

6. Top & Serve
Before serving, spoon cherry topping over each mini cheesecake.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 140
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fat: 7g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 0g

Tips for Success

• Room Temp Cream Cheese: Prevents lumps in your filling.
• Don’t Overbake: The centers should look just set when you remove them.
• Chill for Best Flavor: Letting them sit in the fridge deepens the creamy texture.
• Switch It Up: Try blueberry, raspberry, or strawberry topping instead of cherry.

Why This Recipe Works

These mini cheesecakes strike the perfect balance of creamy filling, buttery crust, and fruity topping. The individual portions make them easy to serve and enjoy without the hassle of slicing a full cheesecake.

Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are the perfect bite-sized dessert—rich, creamy, and bursting with cherry sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or just craving something special, these little cheesecakes are sure to be a hit every time.