Description
These mini lemon cheesecakes are a delightful treat with a tangy lemon flavor and creamy texture. Perfect for a sweet indulgence or elegant dessert.
Ingredients
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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
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs and 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: Spoon filling into crusts, bake until set.
- Chill: Refrigerate before serving.
Notes
- You can top with whipped cream or lemon curd for extra flavor.
- Experiment with different citrus fruits for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg