Description
Creamy and delightful, the Best Mini Pumpkin Pie Cheesecakes are the perfect fall dessert that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the seasonal taste of pumpkin. These bite-sized treats are not only easy to prepare but also look stunning on any dessert table, making them ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy family dinners. Each mini cheesecake is a harmonious blend of creamy, spiced pumpkin filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, offering an irresistible taste experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ground cinnamon
- ground ginger
- ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; mix well and press into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add vanilla and egg, mixing until fully incorporated. Spoon over each crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, egg yolk, sugar, and spices until smooth; layer this mixture atop the cheesecake layer in each cup.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set; allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (45g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg