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Easy Creamy Cheesecake Cupcakes with Graham Cracker Crust

Three individual baked cheesecake cupcakes with graham cracker crusts sitting on a white square plate.
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Make rich, creamy cheesecake bites in individual cupcake form. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients for a foolproof dessert perfect for parties or a simple treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Bake the crusts for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  4. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  5. Beat in the sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing only until each egg is incorporated. Do not overmix the batter.
  6. Spoon the cheesecake batter evenly over the cooled crusts, filling each liner about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still have a slight jiggle.
  8. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open slightly, and let the cupcakes cool inside the oven for 30 minutes. This step helps prevent cracking.
  9. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Chill the cheesecake cupcakes in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving. Top with fruit or sauce if desired.

Notes

  • For the smoothest filling, make sure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature.
  • If you want to make these no bake cheesecake cups, skip the baking steps and chill the filled liners for at least 6 hours.
  • These individual desserts travel well, making them great for potlucks.

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