Description

These Mini Coffee Cheesecakes combine the creamy texture of classic cheesecake with the bold flavor of coffee in a bite-sized, irresistible treat. Perfect for any coffee lover, these cheesecakes are easy to make, store well, and taste even better after chilling for a few hours. Serve them at parties, or enjoy them as a special dessert with your morning coffee.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup sour cream
2 tbsp brewed coffee, cooled
1 tbsp instant coffee granules
1 tbsp all-purpose flour

For the Whipped Cream Topping (Optional):

¼ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until combined.
Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup (lined with paper liners).
Bake for 5-7 minutes and set aside to cool.

2. Make the Filling:

Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth.
Add sugar, vanilla, and mix until smooth.
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, brewed coffee, instant coffee granules, and flour.
Spoon the filling over the cooled crusts, filling each cup almost to the top.

3. Bake:

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Chill in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.

4. Whipped Cream (Optional):

Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Top each mini cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream before serving.

Notes

Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Coffee Flavor: Adjust the amount of instant coffee to suit your preference for stronger or milder coffee flavor.
Chill Time: The cheesecakes must be chilled for at least 4 hours to set properly.
Topping: Whipped cream is optional but adds a nice, light contrast to the dense cheesecake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 230
Sugar: 16g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g