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Summer Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes


  • Author: phillip
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and refreshing treat capturing the vibrant flavors of summer in a bite-sized dessert.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp melted butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp key lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 egg
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Lime slices or zest for garnish
  • Crushed graham cracker or cookie crumbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and press the crust mixture into each muffin cup.
  4. Bake the crust for about 5 minutes and set aside to cool.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  6. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, key lime juice, and lime zest, mixing until combined.
  7. Incorporate the egg gently until just mixed.
  8. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crusts, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until centers are set but slightly jiggly.
  10. Cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  12. Top with whipped cream and garnish with lime slices or zest before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers. You can also substitute cream cheese with dairy-free options.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: cheesecake, key lime, summer dessert, mini desserts, easy recipes