Description
Mini lemon cheesecakes are creamy, tangy, and perfect for individual servings. They are easy to make and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of each liner.
- Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Beat in the egg until just combined. Pour over crusts.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until set. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Chill for at least 2 hours for best texture.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg