Description
Indulgent mini caramel cheesecakes deliver sweet sophistication in compact bites that melt perfectly on palates. Rich cream cheese and smooth caramel create elegant dessert magic for intimate gatherings or personal celebrations you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) caramel sauce
Sweeteners and Binding Agents:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly press the mixture into mini cheesecake pans or cupcake liners to create a compact base.
- Using an electric mixer, whip softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until achieving a silky-smooth consistency. In a separate bowl, vigorously whip chilled heavy cream until it forms stiff, glossy peaks.
- Delicately incorporate the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, folding gently to maintain airiness. Enhance the blend with vanilla extract and a subtle pinch of salt, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully transfer the creamy filling onto the prepared graham cracker crusts, using a spatula to create an elegant, level surface in each mini pan.
- Elevate the dessert by artfully drizzling rich caramel sauce across the top of each mini cheesecake, creating an indulgent visual and flavor accent.
- Chill the assembled mini cheesecakes in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the texture to set and flavors to meld. Serve directly from the refrigerator for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Ensure cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve a silky smooth filling texture.
- Use a piping bag or zip-lock bag with corner snipped for precise and neat filling distribution into mini cheesecake pans.
- Consider making caramel sauce from scratch for a richer, more authentic flavor compared to store-bought versions, which can taste artificial.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 92 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg