Description
Irresistible mini pecan pie cheesecakes combine creamy cheesecake with classic Southern pecan pie flavors in one delightful bite. Sweet pecans and silky cream cheese nestle atop a buttery graham cracker crust, promising pure dessert bliss that you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup graham crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and arrange cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly press the mixture into the base of each liner to create a compact crust.
- Using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring thorough integration.
- Carefully distribute the cheesecake batter evenly across the prepared crusts, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
- In a small saucepan, gently heat brown sugar with heavy cream until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Fold chopped pecans into the caramel-like sauce, creating a rich, nutty topping.
- Delicately spoon the pecan mixture over the surface of each unbaked cheesecake.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 20-23 minutes, watching for a set center and slight golden edges.
- Remove from oven and allow the mini cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature before serving.
Notes
- Press graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly to create a solid, compact base that holds together when bitten.
- Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling.
- Cool pecan mixture slightly before spooning onto cheesecakes to prevent sinking and maintain distinct layers.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives or use almond flour for a low-carb version. Replace sugar with monk fruit sweetener for a diabetic-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg