Description
These delightful Orange Creamsicle Mini Cheesecakes are a burst of citrusy sweetness in every bite. With a creamy, tangy orange-flavored filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream cheese (16 oz, softened)
- Granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
- Large eggs (2)
- Orange zest (1 tbsp)
- Fresh orange juice (1/4 cup)
- Vanilla extract (1 tsp)
Graham Cracker Crust:
- Graham cracker crumbs (1 1/2 cups)
- Unsalted butter (6 tbsp, melted)
Whipped Cream Topping:
- Heavy cream (1/4 cup)
- Powdered sugar (1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into bottoms of a greased or lined 12-cup mini muffin pan.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Pour over crusts.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Make Whipped Cream: Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Top each cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
- Add orange food coloring for a vibrant look.
- Try crushed vanilla wafers for a different crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
