Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes
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Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes
These Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the creamy texture of cheesecake with the rich flavors of chocolate and cherries. Perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 8 crackers)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the cherry topping:
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- Fresh cherries, for garnish (optional)
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
This recipe makes 12 mini cheesecakes.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or use silicone muffin cups.
- Make the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter. Press about a tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Bake for 5 minutes, then cool.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Mix in vanilla extract, sour cream, cocoa powder, and flour. The mixture should be smooth.
- Fill the Crusts:
- Divide the cheesecake filling evenly among the crust-lined muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake the Cheesecakes:
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Chill:
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
- Add Cherry Topping:
- Spoon cherry pie filling on top of each cheesecake.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with whipped cream, fresh cherries, and chocolate shavings if desired. Enjoy!
These mini cheesecakes are a crowd-pleaser and make a beautiful presentation at any event. Enjoy the rich flavors and creamy texture!
