Description
Lemon Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with a zesty lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon juice and zest.
- These cheesecakes can be topped with whipped cream or fresh berries.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Lemon Mini Cheesecakes, Cheesecake, Dessert, Lemon Dessert