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
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 12 cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
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Press about one tablespoon of crust mixture into each liner to form a base.
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Bake crusts for 5 minutes and allow them to cool slightly.
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In a saucepan, cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice until berries break down.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, then cool.
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Beat cream cheese and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
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Add vanilla extract and mix briefly.
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Add eggs one at a time and mix on low speed until just combined.
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Stir in sour cream until the batter becomes creamy.
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Spoon cheesecake batter evenly over each crust.
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Drop small teaspoons of raspberry sauce over the batter.
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Use a toothpick to gently swirl the raspberry sauce into the batter.
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Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until centers are slightly set.
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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