Description
Delightful bite-sized treats combining rich cheesecake with the zesty flavor of fresh lemons, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 fresh lemons, zested and juiced
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and a bit of sugar. Press mixture into mini cupcake liners or a greased muffin tin. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until well combined.
- Fill the crusts: Spoon cream cheese mixture over the crusts, filling about three-quarters full.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate filled muffin tins for at least 2 hours to allow cheesecake to set.
- Serve: Once set, gently pop out of liners and serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream and additional lemon zest.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Allow crust to chill well before adding filling to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon dessert, cheesecake bites, spring treats