Description
Indulge in the delightful Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Cups, where rich, velvety cheesecake meets a crunchy chocolate crust. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of creamy texture and chocolatey goodness, topped with luscious whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa. These mini treats are perfect for any occasion, transforming everyday moments into sweet celebrations that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into mini muffin tins lined with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream, sugar, and vanilla; mix until fully combined.
- Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture over each crust until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature before transferring to the fridge to chill for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and top each cheesecake cup. Garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg