What makes mini cheesecakes a Pinterest superstar is their versatility and visual appeal. They bake up perfectly in muffin tins and can be topped with anything—berries, caramel, chocolate drizzle, or even edible flowers. Their size makes them great for parties, bake sales, or dessert platters, while their look makes them ideal for Pinterest boards filled with pretty, bite-sized desserts.
This recipe is a classic vanilla cheesecake base with graham cracker crusts and topped with fresh berries and caramel drizzle. The result? Creamy, tangy, sweet, and irresistibly photogenic.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh berries & caramel for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 160 °C (320 °F). Line muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix crumbs with butter, press into bottoms of liners.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spoon filling over crusts.
- Bake 15–18 minutes until set. Cool completely.
- Top with berries and caramel drizzle.
Tips & Variations:
- Use Oreo crumbs for a chocolate crust.
- Top with seasonal fruits for variety.
- Make savory versions with goat cheese and herbs.