Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Evenly distribute the crust mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner, pressing it down firmly with the back of a spoon.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and continue to mix until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in each muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the centers are set but slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and allow the mini cheesecakes to cool to room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- While the cheesecakes are chilling, prepare the chocolate-covered strawberries. Melt the chopped chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each halved strawberry into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off, then place them on a small baking sheet lined with parchment paper to set.
- Once the cheesecakes are chilled, remove them from the muffin pan, and top each cheesecake with a chocolate-covered strawberry. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Storage & Reheating:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. These mini cheesecakes are best enjoyed cold and do not require reheating. Variations:
- Use white chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter flavor.
- Add a fruit puree, like raspberry or blueberry, to the cheesecake mixture for a fruity twist.
- Top with crushed nuts or sprinkles for added texture and color.
- Replace strawberries with blueberries or cherries for different fruit options.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. These mini cheesecakes are best enjoyed cold and do not require reheating. Variations:
- Use white chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter flavor.
- Add a fruit puree, like raspberry or blueberry, to the cheesecake mixture for a fruity twist.
- Top with crushed nuts or sprinkles for added texture and color.
- Replace strawberries with blueberries or cherries for different fruit options.
