Mini Lemon Cheesecakes
These mini lemon cheesecakes are a delightful combination of tangy lemon flavor and creamy cheesecake, all in a perfect bite-sized treat.
- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Prepare Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, press into mini muffin tin.
- Make Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill and Bake: Fill crusts with filling, bake until set.
- Chill and Serve: Chill cheesecakes before serving.
Notes
- You can top these cheesecakes with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for extra flavor.
- For a twist, try adding a touch of lavender or mint to the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Mini cheesecakes, lemon dessert, bite-sized treats