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Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Cups are indulgent treats featuring a creamy filling and buttery crust, perfect for any dessert lover.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Mini muffin tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well blended.
  2. Press the crust mixture firmly into mini muffin tins lined with cupcake liners.
  3. Beat the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla, blending until fully combined.
  4. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture over each crust until they are three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and spoon or pipe it over each cheesecake cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Optional: Top with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for added flavor.

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