Mini Lemon Cheesecakes: Indulgent Bites of Fresh Flavor
Delight in these mini lemon cheesecakes, perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of mini cheesecake pans.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Fold in sour cream gently, then pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until set, then let cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest.
- Serve with fresh berries for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mini lemon cheesecakes, desserts, lemon desserts