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Mini Cheesecakes

Modified: Feb 28, 2025 · Published: Jan 31, 2019 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 1412 words. · About 8 minutes to read this article.

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Mini cheesecakes are an easy dessert to make from scratch. These single serving cheesecake cupcakes are rich and creamy with a graham cracker crust.

I have made these quite a few times, they are always amazing! Great recipe, has now become one of my favs! ★★★★★ - Dawn

Single serve cheesecakes topped with strawberries on a wood counter top.

Recipe summary

Flavor: Creamy and rich vanilla cheesecake filling tops a thick graham cracker crust.

Pan size: Made in a standard cupcake pan, this recipe makes 18 cupcake-sized cheesecakes.

Few ingredients. All you need are 3 ingredients for the crust and 5 ingredients for the filling.

Customize with toppings. Strawberry Topping, Lemon Blueberry Topping, and Raspberry Sauce are perfect for mini cheesecakes.

Great for: Picnics, birthdays, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter (they're popular all year!)

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  • Recipe summary
  • Ingredients and substitutions
  • How to make mini cheesecakes
  • Tips and tricks
  • Topping options
  • Storage
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Recommended
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Ingredients and substitutions

Ingredients for mini cheesecakes.
  • Graham cracker crumbs - Can be substituted with chocolate graham cracker crumbs or crushed cookies, like vanilla wafers or Oreo cookies. The entire graham cracker crust can also be substituted with whole oreo cookies (like in my mini oreo cheesecakes recipe). Simply place an oreo cookie in the bottom of each cupcake liner and top with cheesecake batter.
  • Granulated sugar - Sweetens the filling and also acts as a glue in the crust. I don't recommend omitting the sugar in the crust - it's not just for sweetness. The sugar along with the butter creates a 'glue' of sorts that helps hold the crust together and prevent crumbling after baking.
  • Unsalted butter - Butter helps hold the crust together. Unsalted or salted butter works in this recipe.
  • Cream cheese - You'll need regular (not low fat) block-style cream cheese for this recipe. Whipped cream cheese or spreadable cream cheese will not have the right consistency for this recipe.
  • Eggs - Add structure to your cheesecake filling.
  • Sour cream - Adds a bit of tangy flavor and creaminess to the filling. Readers have had success substituting with plain Greek yogurt.
  • Vanilla extract - Can be substituted with a different extract to give your cheesecakes a unique flavor. Try lemon extract, maple extract, or peppermint extract.

How to make mini cheesecakes

Making mini cheesecakes.
  1. Prepare the graham cracker crust and portion 1 tablespoon into each liner. Press down with the bottom of a measuring cup to compress the crust.
  2. Mix the filling ingredients using a hand mixer, adding one ingredient at a time for a smooth, lump-free filling.
  3. Portion filling over the graham cracker crust and gently tap the pan to remove air bubbles before baking.
  4. Bake until cheesecakes look set and centers only slightly jiggle.

Tips and tricks

Use room temperature ingredients - Room temperature ingredients are easier to mix together to form a smooth, even batter. Starting with cold ingredients can create lumps and will take more mixing to blend together, which adds air.

Add ingredients in order - I've had the best luck by adding my ingredients in this order: cream cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, sour cream, then vanilla extract. This ensures the batter doesn't get lumpy along the way.

Don't overmix your filling - While your cheesecakes will sink slightly in the center as they cool, overmixing, or whipping extra air into the filling, can cause them to sink even more. Instead, mix each ingredient until just combined and turn off the mixer.

Allow your cheesecakes to rest a moment in the oven - Sometimes, the shock of cold air can cause cheesecake to sink when taken out of the oven quickly. When your cheesecakes are done, turn the oven off and crack the door open a few inches. Allow them to rest for 2-3 minutes before removing them from the oven. This allows them to slowly begin cooling off without being shocked immediately.

Allow cheesecakes to cool before unwrapping - Warm cheesecake will fall apart and stick to the wrapper. Allow your cheesecakes to cool completely before adding toppings, unwrapping, or serving.

Topping options

Strawberry topping (shown in photos)
Lemon blueberry topping
Raspberry sauce
Fresh fruits dusted in sugar
Chocolate ganache
Homemade whipped cream
Cherry pie filling
Salted caramel sauce
Lemon curd

Storage

Mini cheesecakes will keep for up to 5 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. I recommend making them a day or two ahead of an event for best flavor and texture.

Cheesecake freezes well for up to a month. Allow your cheesecake to cool completely, wrap tightly, and freeze. Allow to thaw for 2 to 3 hours on the countertop before serving. Here's a great article on freezing cheesecake: Taste of Home: Your Guide to Freezing Cheesecake

Frequently asked questions

A cheesecake sliced in half with strawberry topping dripping down.
What size pan do I need for this recipe?

For this recipe you'll need a standard size cupcake or muffin pan. Here's the exact muffin pan that I use: Wilton Perfect Results Non-Stick Standard-Size Muffin and Cupcake Baking Pan
The term "mini" in the title refers to the size of the cheesecakes compared to a whole cheesecake. The measurements in this recipe are meant for a standard sized cupcake pan, not a "mini cupcake pan".

How do you prevent mini cheesecakes from sinking in the middle?

Your mini cheesecakes will sink slightly in the center as they cool. This is normal. It also makes a perfect vessel for toppings! To prevent your cheesecakes from sinking too much, I recommend not overmixing/whipping extra air into the batter, using room temperature ingredients, and allowing your cheesecakes to set in the oven for a few minutes before removing them. For full details on these tips, see the 'tips and tricks' section above.

Do I need to par-bake the crust beforehand?

No, the crust and filling bake at the same time in the oven.

Can I make a whole cheesecake with this recipe?

I haven't make a whole cheesecake with this recipe so I can't say for sure how it would turn out. This recipe makes about half the amount of filling you'd need for a traditional 9 inch round cheesecake. Here's a great recipe for a whole cheesecake I'd recommend: Sugar Spun Run: The Best Cheesecake

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Single serve cheesecakes topped with strawberries on a wood counter top.
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4.72 from 223 reviews

Mini Cheesecakes

Mini cheesecakes are an easy dessert to make from scratch. These single serving cheesecake cupcakes are rich and creamy with a graham cracker crust.
Prep Time15 minutes minutes
Cook Time17 minutes minutes
Resting time2 hours hours
Total Time2 hours hours 32 minutes minutes
Servings: 18 mini cheesecakes
Calories: 201kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

Graham cracker crust

  • 1.5 cups (165 g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 ounces (454 g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • ½ cup (99 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (114 g) sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a standard-sized cupcake pan (not a mini cupcake pan) with 18 paper liners and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Add melted butter and stir until fully incorporated.  Divide crust mixture between the 18 cupcake liners. Using the back of a measuring cup, press graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of each cup. Set aside. 
  • In a large bowl, add cream cheese. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat until smooth. Add granulated sugar, then mix until smooth. Next, add eggs and mix until incorporated. Add sour cream and mix until incorporated. Last, add vanilla and mix until incorporated. We're adding each ingredient separately to prevent lumps from forming. Take care not to over-mix or whip extra air into the batter (this causes sinking later on).
  • Distribute batter evenly between cups. Gently tap pan onto counter top a few times to level filling and remove excess air bubbles. 
  • Bake for about 17-19 minutes, or until cheesecake looks set and centers only slightly jiggle. Turn the oven off and crack the door a few inches. Allow cheesecakes to rest for 2-3 minutes before removing from oven. Remove and allow cheesecakes to cool for 30 minutes.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 1 day. Cheesecakes will sink slightly while chilling. Optionally, top with strawberry sauce, cherries, or whipped cream. 

Equipment Recommendations

  • 24-Cupcake/Muffin Pan
  • Wilton Rainbow Cupcake Liners
  • OXO Cookie Scoops
  • Kitchenaid Hand Mixer

Notes

  • Cheesecake size: This recipe makes 18 standard size cupcake cheesecakes. "Mini" refers to the size compared to a regular whole cheesecake and does not refer to a mini muffin tin. You are welcome to use mini muffin tins for this recipe, but it has not been tested, so baking times and quantities will vary. 
  • Use room temperature ingredients: Room temperature ingredients are important for making a creamy cheesecake filling. If even one ingredient is cold, it can create lumps in the batter.
  • Lumpy batter?: Try pressing it through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lumps.
  • Storage: Cheesecake will keep for up to 5 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator or for a month or more in the freezer. 

Nutrition Estimate

Serving: 1cupcake | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 142mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

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  1. LJ

    April 19, 2025 at 6:06 pm

    Way too much graham crackers and they were not sticky enough had to add more butter

    Reply
    • Heather

      April 19, 2025 at 7:48 pm

      Hi LJ, if you had to add more butter it definitely sounds like there were too many crumbs. How were the crumbs measured, with measuring cups or by weight (grams)?

      Reply
  2. Tricia

    April 16, 2025 at 11:41 am

    Love this recipe! Comes out perfect every time!

    Reply
  3. Anna

    February 05, 2025 at 10:44 pm

    Great recepi .😘🥰. Thanks for the sharing

    Reply
  4. Tj

    February 03, 2025 at 8:19 am

    Very good I put cherry pie filling in it and my dad loved it for his birthday and he’s picky about cheesecake so if he says it’s good it is. Tip: it needs more mixing than you think it does

    Reply
  5. Cathey

    December 21, 2024 at 1:41 pm

    Hello! I am really excited to try this recipe for family Christmas get together. I am doing a bit of a twist..I'm using Ginger Snaps for the crust on half the recipe & will top with cherry pie filling. Thank you so much for the recipe as well as all the helpful tips.

    Reply
  6. Theresa Burd

    November 25, 2024 at 7:14 pm

    Why does the recipe say mini yet in the instructions it says not a mini cupcake pan?

    Reply
    • Heather

      November 25, 2024 at 7:17 pm

      Hi Theresa, this is explained in the post and in the notes section of the recipe card: "The term "mini" in the title refers to the size of the cheesecakes compared to a whole cheesecake. The measurements in this recipe are meant for a standard sized cupcake pan, not a "mini cupcake pan"."

      Reply
    • Tara

      April 10, 2025 at 9:00 am

      Mini as in NOT a whole cheesecake just a mini cupcake size not mini cupcake…mini cheesecake

      Reply
  7. Rhany

    November 15, 2024 at 10:12 am

    Mine doesn't look too pretty to look at. I got some of the graham cracker crust on the top side of the liners so they make it look burnt. Is it possible to change the liners once the cheesecakes are fully chilled overnight?

    Reply
    • Heather

      November 15, 2024 at 10:16 am

      Hi Rhany, I haven't tried this myself but I bet they could be unwrapped and dropped into a fresh liner for serving.

      Reply
  8. Karina

    July 12, 2024 at 2:30 pm

    Would 1 8oz whipped cream cheese, and 1 regular cream cheese work? I have a whipped cream cheese sitting waiting to be used for something!

    Reply
    • Heather

      July 12, 2024 at 8:46 pm

      Hi Karina, I haven't tested this recipe with partial whipped cream cheese, but it generally doesn't work for any type of baked cheesecake. A no-bake cheesecake may work as long as you're substituting with the same weight of cream cheese.

      Reply
  9. Ruth

    July 03, 2024 at 12:44 pm

    These are delicious, creamy, and just the perfect size. I once made 50 with cherry topping for my daughter-in-law's 50th birthday party and put them together on a tray, a candle in each. What a show when we lit them all and presented her "cake"! No cutting. No mess. Everyone loved it.

    Reply
  10. Krissy

    June 11, 2024 at 4:03 pm

    I just made these for the first time and they are DELICIOUS!! I had a block of cream cheese in the fridge that I needed to get rid of, so I came on here to find a cheese cake recipe and this one DID NOT DISAPPOINT! I only had 1 block of cream cheese so I cut all the ingredients in half and made a half portion
    The results were amazing , so smooth and Fluffy *drooling just thinking about it!* I also had some blueberries in the fridge so I whipped up a little blueberry topping and needless to say, this will be my go-to mini cheesecake recipe!!

    Reply
  11. Dawn

    June 07, 2024 at 7:58 am

    I have made these quite a few times, they are always amazing! Great recipe, has now become one of my favs!

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 07, 2024 at 8:54 am

      Hi Dawn, happy to hear you enjoy the recipe!

      Reply
  12. Connie Mersereau

    May 15, 2024 at 3:12 pm

    We did a charcuterie board for Mother's Day at church with a variety of little bites for the mom's to box up and take home. I made these into the littlest paper cups guestimating how much to use in each one. I have a tamper I bought from Pampered Chef years ago which worked perfectly for firming up the graham cracker crust. After they baked for 17 minutes and chilled overnight, my friends and I added lemon pie filling squeezed through a baggie into the centers, placed a blueberry, raspberry or blackberry on top and then sprinkled lemon zest over all. They were a HUGE hit and were the first bites to run out. I made double your recipe and had almost 100 mini-bites. Next time I make them. I'm saving one for me!!!
    Thank you for the yummy recipe.

    Reply
    • Heather

      May 15, 2024 at 6:08 pm

      Hi Connie, glad to hear the mini cheesecakes were a hit!

      Reply
  13. Kathleen Meiggs

    February 17, 2024 at 7:59 pm

    I made this for a birthday party, (didn't get any) but everyone loved it and nothing left. I did have leftover cracker crumbs and a little cheesecake mixture so I got a few extra out of it. People raved! Thank you so much! Will definitely make this again. (And just so you know, I used to do the nilla cookie in the bottom and didn't get good feedback).

    Reply
  14. Cindy

    February 03, 2024 at 4:35 pm

    For the crust, I used a Dads Oatmeal Cookie. OMG it’s so good!

    Reply
  15. Candicd

    January 30, 2024 at 4:43 pm

    We’ve made them before and they’re wonderful! Planning on making them for Valentine’s Day to take some to my Mama and keep some for us. So good! Can’t wait to make them again.

    Reply
  16. Rhianna

    December 18, 2023 at 8:17 pm

    Mini muffins take the same amount of time. Yields 25 or just a little over. 1/2tbsp for crust and 1tbsp for the filling.

    Reply
  17. Tami L Nowland

    September 24, 2023 at 5:11 pm

    I havn't made these yet but plan on making them for my mom's 80th surprise birthday party. My question is can these be frozen and if so, how long can they be frozen for? I have a lot to prepare for the party and am trying to manage my time as efficiently as possible. 🙂

    Reply
    • Heather

      September 24, 2023 at 7:11 pm

      Hi Tami, I haven't personally tried freezing this recipe but other readers have done so with success. Here's a great article on freezing cheesecake (which says cheesecake freezes well for about a month): https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/your-guide-to-freezing-cheesecake/

      Reply
  18. Linda Ray

    September 09, 2023 at 4:30 pm

    I am making this recipe for the second time and it turned out great again! I only have a small cupcake pan so I take the extra six and bake them with liner in a cake pan. The shape might not be perfect on those six but they taste fine!

    Reply
  19. Beverly

    July 14, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    made the mini cheese cakes last night. they are delicious 😘 such a good recipe 🥰thanks for sharing

    Reply
  20. Lex

    December 23, 2022 at 2:14 am

    Hi! Thanks for the recipe, I’m really looking forward to making this.

    Question on serving size—I noticed your notes says the recipe makes 18 muffin sized cheesecakes but in your recipe video you're using a 12-muffin pan. And then I see in your equipment recommendations section that you recommend using a 24-muffin pan. I’m a little confused by this part. If I use a 12-muffin pan will I have leftover batter?

    Reply
    • Heather

      December 23, 2022 at 9:03 am

      Hi Lex, this recipe makes 18 cheesecakes. A 12-muffin pan was used in the video (for ease of shooting in a small space), but extra batter was leftover and an additional 6 were made in a separate batch.

      Reply
  21. Marie

    October 14, 2022 at 4:37 pm

    Will these stick to the cupcake liners?

    Reply
    • Heather

      October 14, 2022 at 4:38 pm

      If the cheesecakes are still warm or room temperature, they can stick to the cupcake liners. Chilled cheesecakes should pull away from the liners just fine.

      Reply
  22. Cristina

    July 29, 2022 at 2:36 pm

    Can you substitute greek yogurt for the sour cream?

    Reply
    • Heather

      July 29, 2022 at 2:39 pm

      Yes, plain Greek yogurt would work!

      Reply
  23. Christine

    July 01, 2022 at 6:37 am

    Hello, about how much crumbs did you place in each liner?

    Reply
    • Heather

      July 01, 2022 at 7:52 am

      Hi Christine, I used about a tablespoon of crumbs in each liner, which will make a fairly thick crust.

      Reply
  24. Sharon

    June 17, 2022 at 2:53 pm

    do you need to pre bake the crust before filling?

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 17, 2022 at 4:13 pm

      No, everything will bake together in step 5.

      Reply
  25. Lily Rothgeb

    May 17, 2022 at 3:06 pm

    Hi Heather!
    My name is lily and I'm using this recipe for a project in one of my classes. I love how simple and easy it is. For the requirements of this project, I have to ask some questions to an expert!
    1. What tool is used best for stirring?
    2. Is there an accurate tablespoon/teaspoon amount of cheesecake batter to put in each liner?
    3. Is it possible to make this vegan?
    4. Should I use confectioners sugar or regular sugar?
    I love this recipe and I cannot wait to give these delicious treats to my class.

    Reply
    • Heather

      May 17, 2022 at 6:07 pm

      Hi Lily, I'm so glad to hear you've chosen my recipe for your project!

      1. I recommend using a stand mixer or hand mixer for this recipe. If you don't have a mixer, a sturdy wooden spoon will work, along with some elbow grease 🙂
      2. About 3 tablespoons of batter should go into each liner.
      3. I've never tried to make vegan cheesecake myself, but there are good options out there. Here's a great recipe that uses cashews and coconut milk: https://minimalistbaker.com/7-ingredient-vegan-cheesecakes/
      4. Regular granulated sugar

      Let us know how it goes, I hope you enjoy the mini cheesecakes!

      Reply
  26. Kathy

    March 06, 2022 at 5:45 pm

    I plan to make these next week and I have one off the wall question. Are vanilla wafers the right size for the bottom?

    Reply
    • Heather

      March 07, 2022 at 7:54 am

      Crushed vanilla wafers would definitely work to substitute the graham crackers. I'm not sure if a single vanilla wafer would fill the entire bottom of a cupcake liner (haven't tried this myself). If you give it a try, let us know how it goes!

      Reply
    • Kasey

      December 06, 2022 at 12:49 pm

      Can I make this into a full cheesecake instead of cupcakes?

      Reply
      • Heather

        December 06, 2022 at 3:44 pm

        Hi Kasey, I haven't made this recipe as a full sized cheesecake before, but it looks like it makes about half the filling of a traditional 9" round cheesecake. Here's a great recipe you could try for a full sized cheesecake: https://sugarspunrun.com/best-cheesecake-recipe/

        Reply
  27. Tami

    February 18, 2022 at 2:36 am

    Hi, not sure what happened- I followed the recipe, as is, but my crust was very crumbly and did not hold well together.
    It tasted great, and cheesecake was delicious, but not much of a crust left after removing from cupcake pan. They cooled thoroughly (next morning). Maybe not so long in the pan? Maybe I will do as some suggested & pur a cookie as the crust...

    Reply
    • Heather

      February 18, 2022 at 7:56 am

      Did you use cupcake liners? I don't recommend baking these directly in a cupcake pan because they can be difficult to remove in one piece.

      Reply
  28. Linda

    February 13, 2022 at 10:01 am

    Can you make these without cupcake liners? Could I just spray my muffin tins with Pam.

    Reply
    • Heather

      February 13, 2022 at 10:45 am

      I haven't tried this myself for a few reasons. There's not an easy way to release the cheesecakes from the pan (especially if it's metal, and not something flexible like silicone), without potentially ruining them. You'd need to use a flexible spatula to loosen the edges, then invert the pan to release the cheesecakes (since they don't reach above the edge of the pan), which could ruin the tops since they're delicate. Liners make it very easy to pop out of the pan with little effort.

      Reply
  29. Amanda

    September 17, 2021 at 6:05 pm

    Hi! I am making these for someone who is gluten free. Can I make them without the crust?

    Reply
    • Heather

      September 17, 2021 at 6:15 pm

      I've never made these without a crust, but I assume that as long as they're made in cupcake liners, they should hold together. The crust can also be made with gluten free graham crackers!

      Reply
      • Lisa Risner

        July 04, 2023 at 4:30 pm

        I’m gluten free and o used a gluten free Oreo. Fit perfectly.

        Reply
    • Melissa

      October 30, 2021 at 10:20 am

      My husband is gluten free and I use pecan crumbs for my cheesecake crusts. It's a wonderful flavor!

      Reply
    • Kenzie

      January 27, 2022 at 11:00 pm

      A little late to the game, but Celiac here! I use GF oreos, or Cinnamon chex!! Tastes just like Graham crackers but so much cheaper. There are recipes online but it's a bit of bisquick, butter, and chex in a food processor 🙂

      Reply
  30. Sonja Myrick

    June 08, 2021 at 5:08 pm

    If I want to bake this in a oreo pie shell will the cooking time be the same or should I cook it a little longer?

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 08, 2021 at 5:15 pm

      If you're making the mini cheesecakes with oreo crust, the time will be the same. I haven't tested this batter in a pie crust, but I'd guess it would take 30 minutes or more in the oven. Keep a close eye on it and take it out when it's no longer jiggly in the center!

      Reply
  31. Nan Holmes

    May 17, 2021 at 6:00 pm

    This recipe is so easy and delicious..this is the 2nd time I've made them, this time I'm cutting it in half, only 2 of us, and will freeze the left overs. Using lemon curd again. A big thank you for the extra tips.

    Reply
  32. Samantha

    May 08, 2021 at 5:36 am

    Hi. I made these for my daughter-in-law's birthday for the first time and they turned out great!. I topped them with a raspberry in the middle surrounded by blueberries. Next time I'll add a layer of lemon curd or chocolate so the blueberries don't roll off when you go to eat them. The cheesecake was delicious! Thank you for the tips.

    Reply
  33. Chris

    March 27, 2021 at 11:00 pm

    I had quite a bit of graham cracker crumb mix left after putting 1T in each muffin tin. Is that normal? Should I have used all of the crumbs?

    Chris

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    • Heather

      March 28, 2021 at 9:41 am

      Hi Chris, I've never had leftover crumbs when filling 18 regular sized cupcake liners, but if they look full enough, it's fine to discard any extra.

      Reply
  34. Angie Jamil

    January 07, 2021 at 8:51 am

    Can I cut the recipe in half?

    Reply
    • Heather

      January 07, 2021 at 8:52 am

      Yes! If you hover over the servings number, a bar will come up and you can adjust the recipe to as many servings as you'd like.

      Reply
  35. Jess

    December 01, 2020 at 9:46 pm

    Dosa this recipe only use 1 pack of cream cheese? The picture shows 2. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Heather

      December 01, 2020 at 9:48 pm

      Hi Jess, you'll need two 8 ounce packages of cream cheese for this recipe!

      Reply
  36. Amanda Mayes

    November 24, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    I made these today because my daughter requested this for Thanksgiving and they came out perfect!! Topped them with cherry pie filling. Super easy recipe to follow and they were done at 17 minutes. Even had my 2 and 1/2 yr old grandson "helping ". He did a great job! I will definitely make these again. Thanks for such an easy and quick recipe

    Reply
    • Debbie

      October 18, 2021 at 6:43 pm

      What size springform pan will this recipe make?

      Reply
      • Heather

        October 19, 2021 at 8:03 am

        Hi Debbie, I haven't tried making this recipe in a springform pan before, but it looks like this recipe makes about half the filling of a traditional 9" round cheesecake. Here's a great recipe you could try for a full sized cheesecake: https://sugarspunrun.com/best-cheesecake-recipe/

        Reply
  37. Rebecca

    April 03, 2020 at 10:45 am

    Can I substitute plain yogurt for the sour creme?

    Reply
    • Heather

      April 03, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Yes you can!

      Reply
      • Keke

        May 11, 2021 at 10:59 pm

        What kind of cupcake liners did you use?

        Reply
        • Heather

          May 12, 2021 at 7:53 am

          Hi Keke, in the main photos I used these cupcake liners (I think I bought them at Hobby Lobby years ago):

          Reply
  38. Mary Jane

    December 17, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    Can I make these 2 days before christmas

    Reply
    • Heather

      December 17, 2019 at 3:18 pm

      Hi Mary Jane, yes these can be made 2 days ahead of time. If you're making a fresh topping like a strawberry topping, I'd suggest making that the morning before serving. Otherwise, the cheesecakes will keep just fine for several days in the refrigerator.

      Reply
  39. Steve

    November 28, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    Can you add chocolate to the mix to make a chocolate cheesecake?
    Would you add cocoa powder to the Graham cracker crust, for even a more chocolaty flavor?

    Reply
    • Heather

      November 28, 2019 at 1:23 pm

      Hi Steve, I haven't tried making these chocolate before. If you'd like to try, I'd suggest adding 4 ounces of melted semi-sweet chocolate to your batter. You could also make the crust out of chocolate graham crackers or crushed oreo cookies for more chocolate flavor!

      Reply
  40. Barbara

    November 26, 2019 at 8:59 pm

    Mine rose and when jiggled pan didn't jiggle but as they were cooling they sank. Did I over mix or what did I do?

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    • Heather

      November 27, 2019 at 8:23 am

      Hi Barbara, cheesecake sinking in the middle can be caused by a few things. The mini cheesecakes will sink *slightly* as they cool, but not a lot.

      It sounds like your cheesecakes were cooked through, so maybe the batter was over mixed. Or, when they're taken out of the oven and met with cold air, sometimes this can cause them so sink. I haven't had this happen with mini cheesecakes, but it is a common problem with regular sized cheesecakes.

      When your cheesecakes are done, try turning the oven off and cracking the oven door, allowing the air to slowly cool, so as to not 'shock' them. Give them a few minutes in the cracked oven before removing them, and then allow them to cool completely in the cupcake pan before removing them.

      Sunken cheesecake still tastes just as good, so I'd try topping them with strawberry topping, caramel, or whipped cream!

      Reply
  41. Cassey

    November 22, 2019 at 6:39 am

    These turned out so good! I topped mine with carmel topping. Everyone loved them!

    Reply
  42. Patti H

    November 12, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    I’ve made this cheesecake recipe in a regular size pan and it has been delicious!

    Reply
    • Heather

      November 12, 2019 at 10:25 pm

      Glad to hear you love the recipe, Patti!

      Reply
  43. Amanda

    October 31, 2019 at 3:17 pm

    Do you think this will work in a mini silicone molds?

    Reply
    • Heather

      October 31, 2019 at 3:28 pm

      Hi Amanda, I have not tried these in a silicone pan, but they should bake normally. I would recommend allowing them to cool completely and chill them in the refrigerator before removing from the pan, to avoid the cheesecakes falling apart during removal.

      Reply
  44. Carol Guttadaro

    August 20, 2019 at 10:40 am

    How many mini cheese cakes does this recipe make?

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    • Heather

      August 20, 2019 at 10:46 am

      Hi Carol, this recipe makes 18 mini cheesecakes.

      Reply
  45. Tracy

    July 26, 2019 at 10:42 pm

    Should they be covered in the refrigerator?

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    • Heather

      July 27, 2019 at 8:56 am

      I would recommend covering them if possible, especially if stored more than a few hours.

      Reply
  46. Sara

    July 24, 2019 at 11:21 pm

    Do you use mini cupcake pans or standard? And if using mini, I assume it would make double this amount...is the bake time reduced similar to cupcakes?

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    • Heather

      July 25, 2019 at 5:43 am

      Hi Sara, this recipe uses a regular sized cupcake pan! I believe a mini cupcake pan is 1/3 the size, so you'd get triple the amount.

      Reply
  47. Cindie

    June 14, 2019 at 7:12 pm

    Do these freeze well?

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    • Heather

      June 14, 2019 at 7:19 pm

      Hi Cindie, I've heard that cheesecakes freeze very well, but I haven't personally tried it with this recipe. If you would like to freeze them, I'd suggest freezing them laid out on a sheet pan, uncovered, until firm. Then you can wrap them in foil and place in a freezer bag. They will thaw overnight, or potentially in a few hours since they are small, in the refrigerator.

      Reply
      • Terri

        October 17, 2019 at 6:15 pm

        I always freeze them! Only 2 of us, so we kinda have to or waste them.

        Reply
        • Heather

          October 17, 2019 at 6:39 pm

          Glad to hear they freeze well, Terri!

          Reply
    • Chelle

      July 31, 2020 at 11:12 pm

      These little cheesecakes are amazing, I made some for a coworker turning 60 and we all enjoyed them.

      Reply
    • Joy

      December 18, 2020 at 5:38 pm

      These mini cheesecake are great.

      Reply
  48. Carolyn Silva

    June 02, 2019 at 12:34 pm

    How long can you refrigerate these? Can I make them the day before a party and refrigerate overnight?

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    • Heather

      June 02, 2019 at 12:35 pm

      Yes, you can make them the day before!

      Reply
      • Mehetabel

        November 12, 2022 at 3:52 pm

        Can I use regular cupcake liners or they have to be silicone?

        Reply
        • Heather

          November 12, 2022 at 3:54 pm

          Regular are fine - I used regular cupcake liners in the photos above and they worked great!

          Reply

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