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Mini Apple Cheesecakes That Wow Guests

Creamy mini apple cheesecakes with cinnamon crust
Perfect individual dessert for parties
Easy make-ahead cheesecake recipe
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs or crushed digestive biscuits
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

For the Filling

  • 12 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature

For the Apple Topping

  • 2 cups peeled and diced apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • 1/4 cup water or apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup mini muffin tin with liners.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon, then mix in melted butter until crumbly. Press firmly into liners.
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla, then mix in sugars. Add egg and blend gently.
  • In a saucepan, cook apples with water, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until thickened. Cool slightly.
  • Fill crusts with cheesecake batter, top with apple mixture, and bake 15–20 minutes until edges are set.
  • Cool, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. This step ensures perfect Mini Apple Cheesecakes every time.

Notes

Serve with caramel drizzle or whipped cream. These cheesecakes pair beautifully with tea or coffee and can be dressed up for holidays.