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Homemade Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bites


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  • Author: amina amina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Description

Sweet, creamy cheesecake meets bright raspberry swirls in these irresistible mini bites. They look bakery fancy but are surprisingly easy to make at home.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup sour cream

  • 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 12 cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.

  • Press about one tablespoon of crust mixture into each liner to form a base.

  • Bake crusts for 5 minutes and allow them to cool slightly.

  • In a saucepan, cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice until berries break down.

  • Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, then cool.

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar in a bowl until smooth.

  • Add vanilla extract and mix briefly.

  • Add eggs one at a time and mix on low speed until just combined.

  • Stir in sour cream until the batter becomes creamy.

  • Spoon cheesecake batter evenly over each crust.

  • Drop small teaspoons of raspberry sauce over the batter.

  • Use a toothpick to gently swirl the raspberry sauce into the batter.

  • Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until centers are slightly set.

  • Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: cooking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American