Tina’s Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes π
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: Makes 18-24 mini cheesecakes
Description:
My friend Tina graciously shared this beloved family recipe, and it has become a staple at my gatherings. These delightful mini cheesecakes are always the highlight of the dessert table, disappearing within minutes. With a creamy texture and a burst of cherry goodness, they are perfect for any occasion, especially during the festive season.
Ingredients:
- 18-24 foil baking cup papers
- 18-24 chocolate cookies
- 2 packages (16 ounces total) cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- For the topping:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cherry pie filling, for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 325Β°F (165Β°C). |
| 2 | Line 18 regular size muffin tins with foil baking cup papers to prevent sogginess. |
| 3 | Place one chocolate cookie at the bottom of each baking cup as the crust. |
| 4 | In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. |
| 5 | Add granulated sugar, flour, and blend until well combined. |
| 6 | Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring thorough mixing. |
| 7 | Stir in the sour cream and almond extract until the mixture is smooth. |
| 8 | Fill each prepared tin almost to the top with the cream cheese mixture, leaving room for rising and for the topping later. |
| 9 | Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheesecakes are set. |
| 10 | Remove from the oven and allow them to cool for 10 minutes. |
| 11 | While the cheesecakes are cooling, prepare the topping by mixing sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl. |
| 12 | Spread a heaping teaspoonful of the topping onto each warm cheesecake. |
| 13 | Let the cheesecakes cool in the pans for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate them until well chilled. |
| 14 | Just before serving, garnish each cheesecake with a dollop of cherry pie filling. Avoid adding the topping too early to prevent sogginess. |
| 15 | Any leftover cherry pie filling can be stored for future use. |
| 16 | Keep the leftover cheesecakes chilled until ready to serve. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 288.2
- Fat Content: 16.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 74.2mg
- Sodium Content: 124.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 32.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 15.5g
- Protein Content: 4.5g
These Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful treat for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a casual get-together. With their rich creamy texture and fruity topping, they are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy!
