Mini Cherry No Bake Cheesecake
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Mini Cherry No Bake Cheesecake
Description
Mini Cherry No Bake Cheesecake relies on a buttery graham cracker crust formed directly in cupcake liners, offering convenient individual servings. The cream cheese-based filling is sweetened with powdered sugar and made airy by folding in heavy whipping cream. Incorporating cherry juice and vanilla extract gives the filling a subtly fruity and aromatic character. Refrigeration firms up the cheesecakes without baking, preserving the smooth texture. Finished with whipped cream and maraschino cherries, these mini cheesecakes balance creamy and fruity elements in a delightful handheld dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped Cream
- maraschino cherries
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and granulated sugar. Press into cupcake liners (silicone works best), about 1/4 to 1/3 full. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, cherry juice and vanilla extract and mix well. Spoon mixture into prepared cupcake liners.
- Refrigerate (covered) for 3-4 hours or overnight. Freezing will yield a firmer cheesecake.
- Top with whipped cream and cherries.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 386 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 386kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 290mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 109mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 1036IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.