Easy Mini Cherry Cheesecakes

Easy Mini Cherry Cheesecakes

Dive into the delightful world of desserts with these easy-to-make Mini Cherry Cheesecakes. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just a sweet treat at the end of the day, these individual cheesecakes are packed with creamy texture and topped with a luscious cherry topping. Let’s get started on these irresistible treats that are sure to impress!

Ingredients:

• 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
• 12 Golden Oreo or Oreo sandwich cookies
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3/4 cup canned cherry pie filling, or 2/3 cup cherry jam mixed with 2 tablespoons warm water

Directions:

1. Prepare Cream Cheese: Start by placing the cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer or a large bowl if using an electric mixer. Let it sit at room temperature until softened. For a quicker method, you can microwave the cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second bursts until very soft, about 30 to 60 seconds in total, then transfer it to the stand mixer bowl.
2. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 300°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a 12-well standard muffin tin with paper liners and place one Oreo sandwich cookie in each well.
3. Mix Ingredients: With the paddle attachment on medium speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Continue to beat on medium speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the mixture is very smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Evenly divide the batter among the lined wells.
4. Bake: Bake the cheesecakes until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly, about 15 to 18 minutes. Remove the muffin tin and place it on a wire rack to cool completely, approximately 1 hour. The centers may sink slightly as they cool.
5. Chill: Once cooled, transfer the cheesecakes to a plate or an airtight container and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours or ideally overnight.
6. Serve: When ready to serve, carefully remove the cheesecakes from the muffin tin and peel off the paper liners if desired. Top each cheesecake with a tablespoon of cherry pie filling, or mix cherry jam with warm water and spoon it over the cheesecakes.

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

18 minutes

Total Time:

2 hours 33 minutes (including cooling and chilling time)

Nutritional Information:

Approximately 300 kcal per serving

Servings:

12

These Easy Mini Cherry Cheesecakes are not only a breeze to make but also a guaranteed hit for any occasion. Enjoy the rich, creamy texture combined with the sweet tanginess of the cherry topping, all nestled on a crunchy Oreo base. A perfect dessert that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!

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