Mini Lemon Cheesecakes: Easy Indulgence for Your Sweet Tooth
Indulge in these delightful mini lemon cheesecakes, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a burst of citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottoms of a muffin tin.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crusts in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until set. Let cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh berries for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Mini Lemon Cheesecakes