Raspberry Topped Mini Cheesecakes
Mini Cheesecakes topped with a dab of raspberry sauce and a fresh raspberry make an impressive, delectable dessert! This recipe for cheesecake bites is perfect for a holiday dessert table!
This Mini Cheesecakes Recipe will become a family favorite. They can be made ahead and frozen without the toppings for an easy, spur of the moment dessert! And if you don’t like raspberries, there are numerous other toppings you can use!
Raspberry Topped Mini Cheesecakes
I’ve made these raspberry topped mini cheesecakes numerous times. Only about two bites each, they’re perfect for just a little something sweet! Easily made ahead of time and stored in the freezer, they’re a breeze to defrost and garnish.
How to Garnish Cheesecake Bites
I love the look of these mini cheesecakes embellished with homemade raspberry sauce and a luscious raspberry. I’ve also garnished the cheesecake bites with a couple of blueberries and a triangle of kiwi, swapping out the raspberry sauce with some thinned apricot jam/jelly.
For the holidays, I top them with both white and dark chocolate ganache and added a red, dark green, or light green M & M to each. So festive! The options are endless.
Tips for Making Mini Cheesecakes:
- I use two 24-slot Non-Stick Mini Muffin Pans (affiliate link) to bake these mini cheesecakes.
- These keep really well in the freezer. Let cool first, then wrap the cheesecakes, still in the muffin tins, in both plastic wrap and heavy-duty foil.
- If you’d like to remove the paper wrappers to serve, it’s easier when the cheesecakes are frozen.
- I like to use white paper wrappers/Mini Muffin White Paper Cups (affiliate link) , then serve them by dropping each mini cheesecake into a second wrapper. You can find holiday or themed paper muffin cups at places like Michael’s, Jo-Ann Fabric, etc.
- You can vary the toppings as mentioned above. It’s probably no surprise that this raspberry version is my favorite. But sometimes the raspberries in the market are tired looking, so top with the best berries, fruit, candies, etc. you can find.
- You can vary the flavor by adding different extracts.
- My Raspberry Sauce Recipe has been shared shared on the blog a number of times. Made with a bag of frozen berries, it’s a cinch to throw together.
- And check out my tips on how to make cheesecakes for more details on making the creamiest filling!
Dessert Buffet Menu Ideas:
These mini cheesecakes are ideal for a dessert buffet. When you hit the dessert table, it’s always nice to select from a variety of options. Plus, having tiny versions means you can sample more than one! Check out all these other amazing recipes that are perfect for a holiday buffet!
More Mini Desserts You’ll Love
I have a rule of thumb when setting up a dessert buffet. One chocolate dessert, one lemon dessert, one plain/vanilla dessert. If you need a 4th, I’d recommend something fruity. There’s something for everyone!
For autumn entertaining, try these Baked Apple Cups. You’ll find something to love amongst these 35 Bite Sized Desserts. Mini Strawberry No-Bake Desserts are super easy and have both berries and chocolate components! As a bonus, these Easy Summer Tiramisus would be a hit!
Raspberry Topped Mini Cheesecakes
These Raspberry Topped Mini Cheesecakes are perfect for all your entertaining needs!
Ingredients
Crust:
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons butter, melted
Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened (2 packages)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 tablespoon Wondra flour (all-purpose can be used, too)
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
Garnish:
- Raspberry Sauce
- Fresh Raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line the mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix crumbs, 1½ tablespoons of sugar, and butter. Tamp about 1 teaspoon of crust in the bottom of each mini paper muffin cup.
- Beat cream cheese, cream, ½ cup sugar, vanilla, and lemon extract with an electric mixer on medium speed, using a paddle attachment if available, until well blended. Sprinkle flour over the batter and mix until just incorporated. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended.
- Use a spoon to fill each slot about ¾ full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the center is almost set. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Remove papers before serving and garnishing (I find it easier to remove papers when frozen).
- Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator. These freeze well.
- Before serving, add a dab of raspberry sauce to each cheesecake. Top with a raspberry.
Notes
Adapted from my friend, Mary.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
18Serving Size:
2 cheesecakesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 167Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 117mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 10gProtein: 3g
20 Comments on “Raspberry Topped Mini Cheesecakes”
I loved them! So cute and really delicious!
Raspberry cheesecake is my sister’s favorite. Absolutely divine, would make again.
These are definitely the cutest little cheesecakes ever. And so delicious!
These are the best cheesecake bites! Loved the extra toppings.
These little cheesecakes were a big hit! They were so easy too, thanks for the recipe!
Liz, I intended to get this recipe from you ages ago. I’m so happy to find it still here. Thank you~!!
There wouldn’t be a need for these to go in the freezer. Thank goodness I love to workout!
Those look so good! Perfect little bites.
For some reason I find the idea of making mini cheesecakes less daunting than one big one! Very pretty:@)
So adorable, Liz! Love the mini size and raspberry topping!
This is totally cool, dear! Love them all! xoxo
Oh, Liz, these are so perfect for a party. I just bought the most beautiful (and expensive :0) blackberries today that would be perfect on these.
I love these little bites perfect treats!
Liz, these are perfect for just a little sweet treat after a heavy meal!! I LOVE cheesecake, but sometimes you don’t want a giant slice. These bite-sized beauties are perfect!
Liz, these are perfect for just a little sweet treat after a heavy meal!! I LOVE cheesecake, but sometimes you don’t want a giant slice. These bite-sized beauties are perfect!
little piece of arts!
These look so delicious! And freezer friendly, too? Nice!
These look like a super special treat! So elegant. I may have to try and ketofy this one!
o these are super adorable and yummy! The bright red raspberries look so inviting as the topping.
Having these in the freezer would be dangerous. I know I’d probably sneak a couple here and there and there’d be none left when the guest arrived! They look wonderful and I love all the variations!