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Mini Lemon Cheesecakes

Irresistibly Creamy Mini Lemon Cheesecakes for Sweet Moments

These Mini Lemon Cheesecakes are bite-sized delights that combine creamy lemon filling with a buttery crust—a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 58 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Provides structure and a sweet, crunchy base; substitute with crushed cookies for different flavors.
  • 6 tbsp Melted Butter Unsalted butter is preferred to control salt levels.
Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened to prevent lumps.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with a sweeter alternative, like honey.
  • 2 large Eggs Use one egg plus an additional egg white for a lighter texture.
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthy substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed juice offers the best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest More zest can be added for an intense lemon taste.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for a better result.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until resembling wet sand. Press into muffin cups.
  3. Bake crust for about 8 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Fill muffin cups with the cheesecake mixture, being careful not to overfill.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until centers are set with a slight jiggle.
  8. Cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use cupcake liners for easy removal. Customize with more lemon zest or fresh berry toppings before serving.

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