Description
Mini Easter Orange Cheesecakes are a delightful treat that perfectly combines creamy cheesecake with zesty orange flavors. These bite-sized desserts are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them a fantastic addition to your spring celebrations. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or simply looking for a refreshing dessert, these mini cheesecakes will impress your guests and elevate your festivities!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large fresh oranges (zest and juice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly mixed. Press the mixture into mini muffin tins lined with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar while mixing, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Zest and juice the oranges; mix into the cheesecake batter until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the filling into the prepared crusts and bake for 18-20 minutes until centers are set but slightly jiggly.
- Allow cheesecakes to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (40g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg