Petite Cherry Cheesecake

These petite cherry cheesecakes are the perfect individual dessert for parties or intimate dinners. Each bite offers a creamy, tangy cheesecake center resting on a crisp vanilla wafer, crowned with a vibrant layer of sweet and tart cherry pie filling. The combination of textures and flavors is irresistible. They are easy to prepare and bake quickly, making them a last-minute favorite. Serve them chilled for the best texture, garnished with fresh mint or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 24

Calories: 3575.8

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

These petite cherry cheesecakes are the perfect individual dessert for parties or intimate dinners. Each bite offers a creamy, tangy cheesecake center resting on a crisp vanilla wafer, crowned with a vibrant layer of sweet and tart cherry pie filling. The combination of textures and flavors is irresistible. They are easy to prepare and bake quickly, making them a last-minute favorite. Serve them chilled for the best texture, garnished with fresh mint or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Ingredients

16 ounce Cream cheese; softened
3/4 cup Sugar
2 Eggs
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 teaspoon Vanilla
24 Vanilla Wafers
21 ounce Cherry pie filling

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Line 24 muffin cups with paper baking cups.
3
Place one vanilla wafer in the bottom of each lined cup.
4
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
5
Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full with the cream cheese mixture.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until set.
7
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
8
Top each cheesecake with about 1 tablespoon of cherry pie filling.
9
Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3575.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 146.3g226%
Saturated Fat 86.6g433%
Cholesterol 441.2mg148%
Sodium 1368.8mg58%
Total Carbohydrate 499.7g167%
Dietary Fiber 206.8g828%
Sugars 169.3g
Protein 104.3g209%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

These cheesecakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For variation, try using different pie fillings such as blueberry, raspberry, or peach.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves, marzipan leaves, or chocolate figures for a festive presentation.

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature for a smooth batter.

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