Mini Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecakes combine creamy cheesecake and tart raspberries in a chocolatey crust, making them a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Servings 12cheesecakes
Course Dessert
Ingredients
For the Crust
1cupChocolate graham cracker crumbsperfect for that rich, chocolatey base
2tablespoonsGranulated sugaradded to sweeten the crust
5tablespoonsUnsalted butter (melted)binds the crust together
For the Cheesecake Filling
16ouncesCream cheese (softened)the star of the show
1/2cupGranulated sugarbalances the flavors
1/4cupUnsweetened cocoa powderintensifies the chocolate flavor
1teaspoonVanilla extractadds warmth and depth
2largeEggsessential for binding the cheesecake
For the Raspberry Topping
1cupFresh raspberriesbursting with tartness
2tablespoonsGranulated sugarsweetens the topping
1tablespoonLemon juiceadds a zesty brightness
Equipment
muffin tin
Electric mixer
Medium bowl
Small saucepan
Method
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl.
Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
Beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the granulated sugar and cocoa powder to the cream cheese, mixing until smooth.
Mix in the vanilla extract, and add the eggs one by one, mixing until combined.
Spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts, filling each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the centers are set and slightly jiggly.
Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
For the raspberry topping, combine fresh raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and let the raspberry mixture cool completely.
Top each mini cheesecake with a spoonful of the cool raspberry sauce.
Optionally, garnish with additional fresh raspberries or a light dusting of cocoa powder.